Whelk
Buccinum undatum
Origin
Atlantic Ocean, north-east (FAO 27)
Farming- / Catch method
Trawls, Pots and traps
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Whelk
Quality mark Cultivation
/Keurmerk Wild
Green
Second choice
Avoid
Bycatch
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Shellfish
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).
Whelk
The whelk is a large, edible sea snail. This species is very common in the North Atlantic Ocean, some Arctic islands and North America. This species is particularly common along the coasts of north-western Europe. Empty egg capsules of whelks are often found washed up on beaches. The whelk lives at depths up to 100 m. They are scavengers and have a carnivorous diet. Whelk is a true delicacy in Normandy and Britanny. The whelks are cooked and used in a starter with mayonaise. It is also a frequently used seafood in fruit des mer.
ASC label
Fish with the ASC label is farmed in a sustainable manner.
MSC label
Fish with the MSC label is caught sustainably.
Good fish
This fish is not being overfished or is being responsibly farmed, with minimal impact on the environment.
Second choice
This fish is a second choice. There are still some improvements to be made in this fishery or fish farm.
Avoid
Do not buy this fish. It's being overfished or the way it's farmed or caught has a negative impact on the environment.
By-catch
This fish is unwillingly caught while fishing for a different species. They are underused and should be eaten more.
GlobalG.A.P.
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
Organic standards are the strictest when it comes to fish feed. They also require certain measures for animal well-being.