Advisory for Fish that Migrate

American shad, Chinook (king) salmon, steelhead trout, striped bass, and white sturgeon caught in California rivers, bays, and coastal ocean waters

 

These fish (called "anadromous") travel up rivers from the sea to breed.  That is why you might catch them in different places--rivers, ocean, or bays.  This advice applies to these species caught in any of these water bodies, but NOT in lakes or reservoirs.

Waterbody

California rivers, coastal areas, and bays

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Women 18-45 Years and Children 1-17 Years

3 servings a week
2 servings a week
DO NOT EAT

Women 46 Years and Older and Men 18 Years and Older

7 servings a week
2 servings a week
1 servings a week

What is a serving?

serving sizes

The recommended serving of fish is about the size and thickness of your hand. Give children smaller servings.

heart healthy = high in Omega-3s and you can eat them at least once a week. Eating fish with omega-3s can lower heart disease in adults and help babies’ brains to develop.