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Is High Mercury Fish Safe for Babies 0–12 months?

0–12 months: Avoid

For babies 0–12 months, High Mercury Fish is best avoided. Fish with high methylmercury content should be avoided entirely for this age group.

Why this rating?

Fish with high methylmercury content should be avoided entirely for this age group. FDA and EPA specifically list shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, bigeye tuna, orange roughy, and marlin.

Other age group

Is High Mercury Fish safe for toddlers 12–24 months?

Sources

  • FDA — regulatory_or_public_health_body
  • EPA — regulatory_or_public_health_body

Reviewed by Morvarid Nikousokhantayar, MSc Nutrition, Certified Naturopath & Nutritionist — last reviewed September 27, 2026.

This is general feeding information, not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician about your child's allergies and needs.

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