Pacific Cod
Gadus macrocephalus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–1280 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
A heavy bottom dwelling cod of the North Pacific shelf and upper slope, it gathers in schools and eats almost whatever is most plentiful, from fish and octopus to bottom living crustaceans. It reaches well over a metre and supports major fisheries across its range.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Gadidae › Gadus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 254538.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Cod live?
- The Pacific Cod (Gadus macrocephalus) is typically found at 10–1280 m.
- Is the Pacific Cod dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Cod is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Cod get?
- The Pacific Cod grows to about 1.2 m.