Fish Consumption Advisories
Citizens should be aware of fish consumption advisories for local Bay tributaries to minimize their exposure to chemical contaminants.
Chemical contaminants, such as mercury and PCBs, have been found in various species of fish and shellfish in the Bay watershed. To protect the health of those who fish in the Bay watershed, the six Bay states and the District of Columbia issue fish consumption advisories for specific species in certain bodies of water. Some advisories are issued for the general public, while others are only for sensitive populations, such as children or pregnant and nursing women.
How can I learn what fish consumption advisories exist where I fish?
The following links will direct you to current fish consumption advisories issued by the Bay watershed's seven jurisdictions.
Fish consumption advisories are not meant to discourage people from eating fish and shellfish; rather, they are a guide to help minimize people's exposure to chemical contaminants.