Guavina is kosher according to Jewish dietary law.

What is the scientific name of Guavina?

The scientific name of Guavina is Guavina.

Does Guavina have fins and scales?

Yes. Guavina has both fins and removable scales, which is the requirement set in Leviticus 11:9-12 and Deuteronomy 14:9-10 for a fish to be considered kosher.

Can I eat Guavina sushi or sashimi?

If Guavina is prepared in a kosher kitchen with kosher utensils and ingredients, Guavina sushi or sashimi can be kosher. Always verify the kosher certification of the restaurant or preparation source.

Where can I find more information about whether Guavina is kosher?

KosherFish.co references the Orthodox Union (OU) and Chabad lists of kosher and non-kosher fish. For specific halachic questions, consult your local Orthodox rabbi.

Guavina

Kosher

Has fins and scales

Fins Yes

Scales Yes

Description

The guavina is a sleeper goby in the genus Guavina (family Eleotridae), native to fresh, brackish, and marine waters along the Pacific and Atlantic coasts of the Americas.

Kosher Guavina in foreign languages

Scientific	Guavina
Chinese	瓜维那塘鳢属
Japanese	ガヴィナ

Warnings & Kosher Issues

Kosher. The guavina is a sleeper goby with fins and scales.

This is a guide, not a halachic ruling. When in doubt, ask a trusted rabbi.