Northern Bastard Codling
Pseudophycis breviuscula
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–220 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
A codling of hard bottoms, the northern bastard codling hides through the day and swims close to the seabed at night to hunt. It ranges from the shallows down to about 220 metres and grows to about 25 centimetres. A single barbel under its chin helps it find prey in the dark.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Moridae › Pseudophycis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282470.
FAQ
- How deep does the Northern Bastard Codling live?
- The Northern Bastard Codling (Pseudophycis breviuscula) is typically found at 0–220 m.
- Is the Northern Bastard Codling dangerous to divers?
- The Northern Bastard Codling is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Northern Bastard Codling get?
- The Northern Bastard Codling grows to about 25 cm.