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Atlantic Cod

Atlantic Cod

Gadus morhua

Vulnerable Saltwater
Panjang Maks.
200,0 cm
Berat Maks.
96,0 kg
Warna
Brown to olive-green or grayish …
Kedalaman
0-600m
Famili
Kategori
Food Fish

Tentang

The Atlantic cod is one of the most historically important commercial fish species. Its mild, flaky white flesh has been a staple food in Europe for centuries. Overfishing caused the collapse of the Grand Banks fishery in 1992.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 200,0 cm
Maximum Weight 96,0 kg
Kedalaman 0-600m

Coloration

Brown to olive-green or grayish back densely speckled with small pale spots; pale lateral line clearly visible; belly white to cream; three distinct dorsal fins and two anal fins are yellowish-tan.

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, estuaries

Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
0-600m

Sebaran Geografis

North Atlantic from the Labrador Sea and Grand Banks of Newfoundland east to Iceland, Norway, and the Barents Sea. Historically abundant on the Georges and Flemish Cap banks; severely overfished in the 20th century.

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Distribution Map

Present Not recorded countries

Conservation Status

Vulnerable IUCN Red List

Atlantic Cod is classified as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Atlantic Cod faces significant threats to its wild populations.

Kelayakan Makan & Kuliner

Rasa
Iconic mild white flesh, low fat, and a flaky texture; the backbone of fish-and-chips and salt cod traditions worldwide. Currently Vulnerable; sustainable sourcing is strongly recommended.

Informasi Perikanan

Ikan Buruan
Ya
Umpan yang Direkomendasikan
jigs, clams, cut bait, shrimp

Taxonomy

Ordo Gadiformes (Cods)
Famili Gadidae (Cods)
Spesies Gadus morhua

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
French Morue de l'Atlantique
Spanish Bacalao del Atlántico

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Can you eat Atlantic Cod?
Iconic mild white flesh, low fat, and a flaky texture; the backbone of fish-and-chips and salt cod traditions worldwide. Currently Vulnerable; sustainable sourcing is strongly recommended.
How big does Atlantic Cod get?
Atlantic Cod can grow up to 200.0 cm long and weigh 96.0 kg.
Where is Atlantic Cod found?
North Atlantic from the Labrador Sea and Grand Banks of Newfoundland east to Iceland, Norway, and the Barents Sea. Historically abundant on the Georges and Flemish Cap banks; severely overfished in the 20th century. Neritic, estuaries
Is Atlantic Cod endangered?
The conservation status of Atlantic Cod is Vulnerable according to the IUCN Red List.
What family does Atlantic Cod belong to?
Atlantic Cod (Gadus morhua) belongs to the family Gadidae (Cods) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).

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