Atlantic Cusk [Brosme brosme]
Description
The Atlantic Cusk is a marine fish species native to the North Atlantic Ocean. They usually inhabit rocky bottoms and mud at depths between 200 and 1000 meters. The species is characterized by its elongated, tapering body, single dorsal and anal fins, and smooth, scaleless skin. It has a brown to green-gray color on the back and sides with a lighter underside.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Cod-like Fishes
Gadiformes
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| Family |
Burbot
Lotidae
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| Genus |
Cusk
Brosme
|