Arctic Cod
Arctogadus glacialis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1000 m
- Max size: 32.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A cod built for the polar sea, it clings to the underside of pack ice in offshore Arctic water and feeds on fish and crustaceans. Its blood carries antifreeze proteins that keep it from freezing solid, and it grows to about thirty three centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Gadidae › Arctogadus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126432.
FAQ
- How deep does the Arctic Cod live?
- The Arctic Cod (Arctogadus glacialis) is typically found at 0–1000 m.
- Is the Arctic Cod dangerous to divers?
- The Arctic Cod is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Arctic Cod get?
- The Arctic Cod grows to about 32.5 cm.