Pregnancy food guidance
Locally caught fish
Depends—Check local advisories
Check state, tribal or local advisories before eating fish caught by family or friends.
What changes the answer for Locally caught fish
- Follow the advisory for the specific water and species.
- If no advice exists, FDA recommends one serving that week and no other fish.
- Cooking does not remove mercury.
Why it matters for Locally caught fish
Contaminant levels vary by waterway and species.
Practical takeaway
Look up the waterbody advisory before eating the catch.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States