Maori Cod
The Maori cod is a marine fish native to the cold waters of the Southern Ocean, particularly around South America and various sub-Antarctic islands. It has a distinctive greyish-olive coloration, often seen in temperate regions. This species is a commercially valuable food fish, appreciated for its firm flesh. It lives in both shallow and deeper oceanic waters.
Length~38 (max 61)
Weight~2 (max 5)
WaterSalt
Water Temp16-24° F
Depth2-150 ft
- Other namesMagellanic rockcod, Blue notothenia , Orange throat notothen
- Length~38 (max 61)
- Weight~2 (max 5)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp16-24° F
- Depth2-150 ft
Popular lures for Maori Cod
Regulation for Maori Cod
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit5
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size45 cm
- MeasurementTotal length
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Found in temperate marine environments, often near the southern tip of South America and surrounding islands
- Commonly inhabits both shallow coastal areas and deeper offshore waters
- Prefers rocky substrates and kelp forests where it can find food and shelter
- The Magellanic rockcod is primarily demersal, spending most of its time close to the ocean floor
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning typically occurs during colder months when the water temperature is lower
- Juveniles tend to stay in shallower waters before migrating to deeper areas as they grow
- The species has a relatively slow growth rate, with mature individuals often displaying distinctive body coloration
- Its reproductive cycle is adapted to the extreme conditions of its environment, with longer periods of development