Various pesticides are used in shrimp farming around the world. All but one are banned in the United States. Furthermore, these shrimp are often exposed to large amounts of antibiotics, so every time you handle these raw shrimp, you run the risk of contracting antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
8. Imported King Crab.
About three-quarters of the crab sold in the United States is imported from Russia, where unsustainable fishing practices are common. Technically, the only crab caught in Alaska can be called "Alaska king crab." However, mislabeling is extremely common, so it's worth knowing where the crab comes from. If the label says "imported" and "from Alaska," something is wrong and you should steer clear.
9. Orange Wirehair
These fish can live for decades and typically don't reach sexual maturity until they're at least twenty years old. This is another species that has been overfished, but due to its very slow reproductive cycle, it has a very difficult time regenerating. Orange roughy is also known to have high levels of mercury.
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