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Whiting

Merlangius merlangus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Gadiformes ›Family: Gadidae ›Genus: Merlangius

About

Merlangius merlangus, commonly known as whiting or merling, is an important food fish in the eastern North Atlantic Ocean and the northern Mediterranean, western Baltic, and Black Sea. In English-speaking countries outside the whiting's natural range, the name has been applied to various other species of fish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Whiting?
The scientific name of Whiting is Merlangius merlangus.
What is the conservation status of Whiting?
The Whiting has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the order Gadiformes.
What family does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the family Gadidae.
What genus does Whiting belong to?
Whiting belongs to the genus Merlangius.