Atlantic Cod [Gadus morhua]
Description
The Atlantic cod is a benthopelagic fish of the family Gadidae, widely consumed by humans. It is also commercially known as cod or codling. It inhabits colder waters and deeper sea regions throughout the North Atlantic. Atlantic cod have a distinct lateral line, barbel on their lower chin, and three dorsal and two anal fins.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Flabelligerids
Flabelligeridae
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| Genus |
Semiodera
Semiodera
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