The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Visayas (BFAR 7) has advised the public to be wary of gleaning shellfish, locally known as “kinhason,” in Tambobo Bay and Bais Bay in Negros Oriental. BFAR 7 Director Allan Poquita asked the nearby communities to refrain from harvesting, buying, selling or eating any type of shellfish in these areas. He said these are unsafe for consumption, except for fresh fish, shrimps, squid and crabs that may be eaten if washed thoroughly. The gills and intestines of fish must also be removed before cooking, he added.

Bfar 7 warns against consuming shellfish from Tambobo, Bais bays. (2020, August 7). SunStar Cebu, p. 12.