Whiting
Merlangius merlangus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–200 m
- Max size: 91.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A common bottom feeder of mud and gravel grounds, whiting hunt shrimps, crabs, small fish and worms across the shelf. As young fish they shelter among the trailing tentacles of jellyfish, and they grow to nearly a metre.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Gadidae › Merlangius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126438.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whiting live?
- The Whiting (Merlangius merlangus) is typically found at 10–200 m.
- Is the Whiting dangerous to divers?
- The Whiting is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whiting get?
- The Whiting grows to about 91.5 cm.