European Ling

Molva molva

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Gadiformes Family: Lotidae Genus: Molva

About

The common ling or simply the ling, Molva molva, is a large member of a family of cod-like fishes. An ocean fish whose habitat is in the Atlantic region and can be found around Iceland, Faroe Islands, British Isles, the Norse coast and occasionally around Newfoundland, the ling has a long slender body that can reach 2 metres in length; in adulthood, it is generally a deep-running fish, spending much of its life at depths of 100 m...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Ling?
The scientific name of European Ling is Molva molva.
What is the conservation status of European Ling?
The European Ling has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the order Gadiformes.
What family does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the family Lotidae.
What genus does European Ling belong to?
European Ling belongs to the genus Molva.