Pollock [Pollachius pollachius]
Description
Also known as the Atlantic Pollock, it is a species of marine fish in the Pollachius genus. It is a medium to large size fish, reaching up to 130 cm in length. It has a strongly defined, silvery lateral line running down the sides. Above the lateral line, the color is a greenish black. The belly is white. It can be found in the northern Atlantic Ocean and associated seas.
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 |
Pollachius
Pollachius
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