Guinean Pout [Gadiculus argenteus guineensis]
Description
The Guinean Pout is a marine species found predominantly in the eastern Atlantic Ocean, ranging from Norway to Senegal, including the North Sea and the Mediterranean. It is a small fish with a slender body, growing up to 25 cm in length. It inhabits the demersal zone, typically at depths of 50-400 m. The species is characterized by its silvery body color and a distinctive black spot at the base of the pectoral fin.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Cod-like Fishes
Gadiformes
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| Family |
Cods and Haddocks
Gadidae
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| Genus |
Gadiculus
Gadiculus
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