About Saithe
Saithe is a large, active member of the cod family found widely around Iceland. It is an important commercial species.
Characteristics
- Common in Iceland
- Native species
- Commercial species
Habitat
Continental shelf and open water, often forming schools.
Diet
Crustaceans and fish.
Spawning and reproduction
Period
Late January–mid-March; peak in February
Reproduction
At depths of about 100–200 m, particularly from southeast Iceland westwards to Látrabjarg. Important areas include Selvogsbanki and Eldeyjarbanki.
Distribution around Iceland
Widely distributed around Iceland and an important commercial species.