Fat-headed cod
📖 Overview
Fat-headed cod (Guttigadus globiceps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Moridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14 cm. It occurs at depths between 730 and 1400 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 69 - 84; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 60 - 74; Vertebrae: 55 - 62. Body low and slender, covered by small, deciduous scales ending in a small, thin caudal peduncle; second ray of the dorsal fin long 25.5-50.7% SL; gill rakers 10-13+22-30=33-43 .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Fat-headed cod is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 730 - 1400 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Fat-headed Cod · Fathead Cod |
| 🌍CES | morida štíhlá |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Mora-cabeçuda |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 球頭瘤鱈 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laemonema globiceps | Gilchrist | 1906 | Synonym |
| Laemonema multiradiatum | Thompson | 1916 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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