Is Walleye a High Mercury Fish? Separating Fact from Fear
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According to recent studies, mercury levels in walleye can vary significantly depending on the lake and the size of the fish. Walleye are predatory fish, meaning they are higher up the food chain and can accumulate more mercury than smaller, non-predatory species. However, this doesn't automatically classify them as a universally high-mercury fish like shark or swordfish.
