Tadpole Codling
Salilota australis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–1000 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A codling of the cold southern ocean, it ranges from shallow shelf down to a thousand metres, with the largest fish of both sexes moving deepest. Females grow larger than males, and the catch goes mostly to fishmeal.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Moridae › Salilota
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282654.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tadpole Codling live?
- The Tadpole Codling (Salilota australis) is typically found at 30–1000 m.
- Is the Tadpole Codling dangerous to divers?
- The Tadpole Codling is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tadpole Codling get?
- The Tadpole Codling grows to about 50 cm.