How big is the Atlantic cod?

Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) reaches 60–200 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Atlantic cod?

Atlantic cod is found between 0–600 m deep.

Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua)

Key facts

Scientific name: Gadus morhua
Common name: Atlantic cod
Category: Fish
Family: Gadidae
Genus: Gadus
Size: 60–200 cm
Depth: 0–600 m
IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: open-water, sand, rocky
Behaviours: schooling
Ocean zones: East Atlantic

Description

Gadus morhua historically reaches 2 m and 96 kg (record). Large gadid with an elongated brown-grey mottled body, characteristic chin barbel. North Atlantic populations from Iceland to Newfoundland. Catastrophic collapse of Canadian stocks in 1992 (moratorium), slow recovery. Nordic species, highly tolerant of cold water. Pillar of European fisheries and gastronomy since the Middle Ages. IUCN Vulnerable.

Photo of Atlantic cod

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Atlantic cod?: Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) reaches 60–200 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Atlantic cod?: Atlantic cod is found between 0–600 m deep.
Is the Atlantic cod dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Atlantic cod?: IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU).
Where can you find the Atlantic cod?: Found in: East Atlantic.

Other species in the family Gadidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 126436)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 8084280)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia