Squid

Ika (sushi name)

	Eco-OK Fish
	OK for the environment - enjoy in moderation

Recommendations
Eco-OK Most squid

Most squid species are resilient to fishing pressure, since they have short life spans and reproduce prolifically.
Even though squid appear fairly abundant in most places, squid fisheries around the world are largely unregulated and most populations are not well studied.
Squid are primarily caught with bottom and midwater trawls, which can have high bycatch.
Some Northern shortfin squid are captured by hook and line, a more eco-friendly method of fishing.
Fishers of market squid utilize bright lights to lure squid to fishing boats at night with little bycatch or habitat damage.

These invertebrates are related to octopus, cuttlefish, nautilus and other mollusks (clams, mussels, oysters, scallops).

This guide is produced in collaboration with the Monterey Bay Aquarium.