Atlantic Cod

The Atlantic Cod is a vital species in Faxaflói Bay, supporting both commercial fisheries and ecological balance in the bay’s waters.

Atlantic Cod

Key Facts

Scientific Name Gadus morhua
Family Gadidae
IUCN Status Vulnerable
Length 45-100 cm
Weight 2kg
Depth Range 10-250m
Diet Herring, Crustaceans, Even smaller Cod
Lifespan 16 years
Predators Sharks, Seals, Larger Cods

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