Atlantic Cod

Gadus morhuaGadidae

Hans-Petter Fjeld · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Image source

Quick facts

Length40–130 cm

Weight1–25 kg

Water typeMarine

Common in IcelandYes

NativeYes

Commercial speciesYes

Game fishNo

Best timeYear-round.

About Atlantic Cod

Atlantic cod is one of Iceland's most important fish species ecologically, economically and historically. It occurs around the country from relatively shallow waters to considerable depths.

Habitat

Continental shelf and demersal habitats.

Diet

Capelin, other fish and various crustaceans.

Distribution around Iceland

Common around Iceland on the continental shelf.