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Gadus morhua (Atlantic Cod)
Nomenclature
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Class: Osteichthyes (Bony Fish)Order: Gadiformes (Codfish)
Species:
Gadus morhua (Atlantic Cod)
Vernacular names:
Vernacular name:
Atlantic Cod
SUMMARY
Atlantic cod is fished extensively in UK waters. Extensive over fishing has resulted in this once prolific species becoming commercially rare.
Additional information
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