Common dolphinfish or dorado or mahi mahi | Good Fish Guide | The consumer guide to sustainable seafood

Common name - Common dolphinfish or dorado or mahi mahi

Scientific name - Coryphaena hippurus

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Consumer Information

Dolphinfish are a relatively resilient, fast growing species; however the stock status worldwide is effectively unknown and there is no species specific management globally. The lack of data and management of the fishery is a cause for concern as there is no reference to the stock health or any indication of whether it is being fished sustainably. More research and management corresponding to the resulting research data is required, to maintain the long term sustainability of the fishery. The most ecologically sound fishing methods for common dolphinfish are handline, pole & line and troll, and fish taken using these low impact and selective methods are a good choice. Common dolphinfish mature at an average size of 65cm so only source fish from fisheries selecting above this size

Summary

Dolphinfish are a relatively resilient, fast growing species; however the stock status worldwide is effectively unknown and there is effectively no management for the species globally. Dolphinfish are caught using a variety of methods, the most ecologically sound fishing methods for common dolphinfish are handline, pole & line and troll. Common dolphinfish mature at an average size of 65cm so only source fish from fisheries that keep fish above this size, so that the fish have had a chance to breed.

Alternatives

(Based on method of production, fish type, and consumer rating: only fish rated 3 and below are included.)

Common dolphinfish or dorado or mahi mahi
Skipjack tuna
Swordfish
Tuna, General
Yellowfin tuna

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