Oyster, Pacific
Europe, inland waters
Deelgebieden: Grevelingen
Bottom culture
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Shellfish is a culinary term that is often used for several species of molluscs, gastropods, bivalves and arthropods. Some examples are the St. James shell, mussels, razor clams, oysters, cockles and whelks. Most shellfish live partly or fully buried into the seabed, mostly in sandy or gravelly bottoms. They feed by filtering nutrients out of the water. Seed and eggs are released into the water and fertilized externally. Most shellfish are hermaphroditic, they can be both male and female. There are many different shellfish species in the North Sea that are very much suitable for consumption. Fishing methods on shellfish include hand-picking, dredging or mechanic dredges (suckers).
Both the endemic flat oyster and the exotic Pacific oyster are farmed and fished in the Netherlands. The Pacific oysters was introduced after the endemic oyster disappeared in the 60’s due to overfishing and disease. The Pacific oyster quickly spread across north-western Europe and formed reefs in many places. The Pacific oyster is often sold under ‘creuse’ on the Dutch market.
Europe, inland waters
Deelgebieden: Grevelingen
Bottom culture
Atlantic Ocean, north-east (FAO 27)
Bottom culture, Hangculture
Fish with the ASC label is farmed in a sustainable manner.
Fish with the MSC label is caught sustainably.
This fish is not being overfished or is being responsibly farmed, with minimal impact on the environment.
This fish is a second choice. There are still some improvements to be made in this fishery or fish farm.
Do not buy this fish. It's being overfished or the way it's farmed or caught has a negative impact on the environment.
This fish is unwillingly caught while fishing for a different species. They are underused and should be eaten more.
GlobalG.A.P. certified farms are doing a step in the right direction in terms of sustainability. A few species with this label are getting a better score on the VISwijzer.
Organic standards are the strictest when it comes to fish feed. They also require certain measures for animal well-being.