Poor Cod
Trisopterus minutus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–440 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
A small cod relative of Atlantic muddy and sandy bottoms, the poor cod feeds on crustaceans, little fish and worms. It grows to about 40 cm and goes into fishmeal, though in southern Europe it reaches the table.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Gadidae › Trisopterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126446.
FAQ
- How deep does the Poor Cod live?
- The Poor Cod (Trisopterus minutus) is typically found at 1–440 m.
- Is the Poor Cod dangerous to divers?
- The Poor Cod is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Poor Cod get?
- The Poor Cod grows to about 40 cm.