Saltwater
Atlantic Cod
Gadus morhua
Hebrew name: בקלה אטלנטית
- Peak season
- October–March
- Length range
- 40–150 cm
- Weight range
- 1–40 kg
- Typical depth
- 10–600 m
Habitat
Cold, deep waters over sandy, rocky, or mixed seabeds. Migrates inshore during winter months.
Behavior
Voracious bottom feeder that hunts crabs, worms, and fish. Moves inshore in winter following baitfish.
Best techniques
- Bottom fishing with lugworm
- Pirking with heavy jigs
- Boat fishing with squid bait
