So you want to know what fish you caught? Not only that, but you want to know if the fish is safe for consumption or if you should throw it back?

Not to worry, FCEC to the rescue!

Beginning in May, FCEC is using a brand new, tip card reflecting the 2009 fish consumption advisory that is being distributed to fishermen throughout the region. It will help people make educated choices about what to do with the fish they catch.

New information about proper fish preparation and consumption methods is also included on the card in hopes to reduce consumption of contaminated fish.

Currently available in English, the card will soon be available in Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese. It’s currently being handed out for FREE at local Los Angeles and Orange County piers from Santa Monica pier to Seal Beach pier.

The tip card helps anglers determine if the fish they catch should be thrown back or prepared following specific guidelines. Fish to avoid include white croaker, barred sand bass, topsmelt, barracuda and black croaker. The skinless fillets of other locally caught fish can be eaten once a week.

Have you come across our new tip card? Does any of the information come as a surprise to you? If so, we’d like to hear from you! So please, feel free to comment below.

Posted in Fish Advisory, Fishing