English whiting
Merlangius merlangus
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Overview
English whiting (Merlangius merlangus) is a marine fish of the family Gadidae (Cods), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 92 cm, with a maximum published weight of 3.1 kg. Its recorded depth range is 10–200 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 91,5 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 3,11 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 10-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
10-200m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| Familia | Gadidae (Cods) |
| Especies | Merlangius merlangus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does English whiting get?
English whiting can grow up to 91.5 cm long and weigh 3.11 kg.
Where is English whiting found?
Neritic
What family does English whiting belong to?
English whiting (Merlangius merlangus) belongs to the family Gadidae (Cods) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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