Black Drum
U.S.-caught black drum from the Gulf of Mexico is a "Good Alternative" due to moderate concerns about its fishery and management.
Summary
Black drum matures at a young age but can live as long as 60 years. Most landings of black drum in the Gulf of Mexico are in Louisiana and Texas, though some are landed in Florida and Alabama.
Black drum is caught with a specialized type of bottom longline - specifically a shorter version known as a trotline - which only moderately impacts seafloor habitats. Little is known about this fishery's bycatch. It is thought to be low but could include endangered sea turtles.
Catch and survey data suggest that stocks are stable. However, few states conduct actual assessments, raising some concerns with the effectiveness of the fishery management.
For these reasons, black drum is a "Good Alternative."
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