Species guide
How to catch Atlantic cod
Gadus morhua
The Atlantic cod is a large predatory fish known for its importance in commercial and recreational fishing. It has a fusiform body shape and is found in both brackish and saltwater environments. Adults are opportunistic hunters feeding on a variety of smaller fish and invertebrates, often active at dawn and dusk.
Where they live
Atlantic cod inhabit brackish and saltwater across the North Atlantic, from coastal North America to parts of Africa and the Mediterranean. They are found from shallow waters to depths up to 600 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 200 cm
What they eat
- juvenile fish
- zoobenthos (bottom-dwelling organisms)
- benthic crustaceans
- zooplankton (larval stage)
Best baits
- fish strips
- squid
- crustaceans
- worms
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic baits
- sinking spoons
- metal spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- trolling near seabed
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