The blue cod is a robust fish native to New Zealand's coastal waters. It features a slender, elongated body with a bluish-green hue. Typically reaching 20-24 inches and weighing 2-6 pounds, it thrives in rocky reefs and kelp beds. Blue cod are opportunistic feeders, consuming crustaceans, mollusks, and smaller fish, and are known for their inquisitive nature. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Blue cod.