About Whiting
Whiting is a member of the cod family occurring in Icelandic waters, particularly in relatively shallow shelf areas.
Characteristics
- Common in Iceland
- Native species
Habitat
Shallow coastal waters and continental shelf.
Diet
Crustaceans and fish.
Spawning and reproduction
Period
May–mid-July
Reproduction
In warmer waters south and southwest of Iceland, particularly from Ingólfshöfði to Snæfellsnes at depths of about 30–60 m. Selvogsbanki is an important spawning ground.
Distribution around Iceland
Occurs on the Icelandic continental shelf, particularly in warmer waters.