Cod

Saltwater
Cod - Photo by David Ogilvie
Photo by David Ogilvie
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Irish Name:
Trosc
Scientific Name:
Gadus morhua

Description

Popular sea fish for both sport and commercial fishing. Found in deeper water, especially in winter months.

Identification

Three dorsal fins. Barbel under chin. Greenish-brown with spots. White lateral line. Large head.

Where to Find Cod

Sea Locations (13)

Balbriggan
Dublin · Present
Balscadden Bay, Howth Head
Dublin · Present
Claremont Beach, Sutton
Dublin · Present
Dollymount Strand
Dublin · Present
Donabate
Dublin · Present
Dún Laoghaire East Pier
Dublin · Present
Killiney Beach
Dublin · Present
Red Rock, Sutton
Dublin · Present
Skerries
Dublin · Present
Velvet Strand, Portmarnock
Dublin · Present
Cork Harbour
Cork · Common
Galway Bay
Galway/Clare · Common
Wexford Coast
Wexford · Common
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Species Information
  • Category Sea
  • Habitat Saltwater
  • Average Weight 4.00 kg
Specimen Threshold

Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:

Weight 13.608 kg
(30.00 lbs)
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Cod by David Ogilvie
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