Classification :
Phylum : Chordata
Class : Actinopterygii
Order : Gadiformes
Family : Merlucciidae

Synonyms : no synonyms found
Common name : Silver Hake

Biology :
Dimensions :
Reproduction : Spawning occurs from June to September
Diet : Feeds on Atlantic herring, crustaceans, gaspereau, mackeral, and occasionally cannibalistic
Predators : Cod, pollock, swordfish and sharks

Ecology :
Range : Belle Isle Channel to Bahamas; most common from southern Newfoundland to South Carolina
Habitat : benthic species, prefers warmer waters, benthic
Occurrence :
Importance (environmental, commercial, conservation, educational, scientific, social) :Scientific- Highly commercial
Conservation Status : Not Listed

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ITIS information :
ITIS no : 164791
Species reviewed by ITIS : Yes

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