Choose Fish and Shellfish Wisely

Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. However, some fish and shellfish may contain chemicals, bacteria, and/or viruses that could pose health risks to people. This can impact how to safely eat the fish, in what amounts, and how often. Learn who should be concerned about eating fish and shellfish, how to stay healthy by choosing and eating fish wisely, whether there are fish advisories near you, and what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has found through scientific studies on fish.

• Should I Be Concerned about Eating Fish and Shellfish?

  

  Learn who is at risk from eating contaminated fish and shellfish

  Learn who is vulnerable

• EPA-FDA Advice about Eating Fish and Shellfish

  

  Make informed choices about eating fish that are safe and nutritious

  Get the EPA-FDA advice

• Eat Fish and Shellfish in a Healthy Way

  

  Discover how to avoid foodborne bacterial illness, select and serve seafood safely, and choose healthy parts and amounts to eat

  Eat fish in a healthy way

• How Do I Know if a Fish I Caught is Contaminated?

  

  Find state, territorial and Tribal fish and shellfish advisories

  Find fish advisory info

• What the EPA Does to Protect You from Eating Contaminated Fish and Shellfish

  

  Discover how the EPA takes action to protect you from eating contaminated fish and shellfish

  Learn what we do

• Technical Resources and Studies

  

  Studies and data for states, territories and Tribes

  Explore technical resources