512 observationsLeast Concern
Atlantic Tomcod
Microgadus tomcod
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Gadiformes ›Family: Gadidae ›Genus: Microgadus
About
Microgadus tomcod, also commonly known as frostfish, Atlantic tomcod or winter cod, is a type of cod found in North American coastal waters from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, St. Lawrence River and northern Newfoundland, south to Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Atlantic Tomcod is Microgadus tomcod.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the order Gadiformes.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the family Gadidae.
- Atlantic Tomcod belongs to the genus Microgadus.