Find out more about gummy shark, also known as flake. Find out which gummy shark is sustainable and where to buy sustainable gummy shark.
What is gummy shark?
Gummy shark (Mustelus antarcticus) also known as flake is commonly used as the fish in ‘fish & chips’ in Australia.Gummy shark facts
According to the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA), Gummy sharks reach reproductive maturity at 4-5 years of age, with males maturing at a smaller size than females.Is gummy shark sustainable?
There is no such thing as a sustainable species of fish. Only sustainable populations of fish.
Currently, there are no gummy shark fisheries certified to the MSC Fisheries Standard - the internationally recognised best practice for sustainable fishing.
Where to buy sustainable gummy shark
There are currently no gummy shark products with the blue fish tick available in Australia and New Zealand. Consumer demand is important. You can use your voice to ask your supermarket or restaurant to consider stocking abalone with the MSC’s blue fish tick.
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