Fishing for Pacific cod

Gadus macrocephalus

The Pacific cod is a demersal fish found in the North Pacific Ocean. It has a robust body with a mottled brown to gray coloration. Typically reaching 24-36 inches and weighing 5-15 pounds, it feeds on invertebrates and smaller fish. Pacific cod inhabit continental shelf waters and exhibit schooling behavior, often forming large aggregations. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

1 ft - 3 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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