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Goode-Bean codling (Laemonema goodebeanorum) — Moridae

Goode-Bean codling

Laemonema goodebeanorum
Family: Moridae

The Goode-Bean codling (Laemonema goodebeanorum) is a saltwater fish of the family Moridae that grows up to 27 cm.

Length
27.3 cm
Water
Saltwater
Depth
180–792 m
Body shape
Torpedo-shaped
Substrate
Sand / mud bottom
Danger
Harmless
Range
South America: Brazil, Canada, French Guiana, Mexico, Suriname, Trinidad Tobago

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Description

The Goode-Bean codling is a morid cod (Moridae) of deeper coastal and slope waters of the western Atlantic. The species grows to about 30 cm and has an elongate, silver-grey body with large eyes, a chin barbel and a light organ on the belly. As a bottom-dweller of the deep water it snaps at small crustaceans, worms and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.

Frequently asked questions

How do you recognise the Goode-Bean codling?

The Goode-Bean codling has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.

Where does the Goode-Bean codling live?

The Goode-Bean codling lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. South America: Brazil, Canada, French Guiana, Mexico, Suriname, Trinidad Tobago

How big does the Goode-Bean codling get?

The Goode-Bean codling grows to a maximum of about 27 cm.

Is the Goode-Bean codling dangerous to humans?

No, the Goode-Bean codling is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.

More photos

Goode-Bean codling (Laemonema goodebeanorum) — Moridae — 2
Florida Museum of Natural History Ichthyology (CC BY-NC 4.0) via GBIF — UF
Goode-Bean codling (Laemonema goodebeanorum) — Moridae — 3
Baldwin, Carole C. (CC0 1.0) via GBIF — USNM
Goode-Bean codling (Laemonema goodebeanorum) — Moridae — 4
iNaturalist ((c) DFO Maritimes Ocean Ecology, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC))

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All data

Identification

English name
Goode-Bean codling sourced
Scientific name
Laemonema goodebeanorum
Family
Moridae

Appearance

Size class
Medium verified
Max length (cm)
27.3 verified
Body shape
Torpedo-shaped sourced
Dominant colour
Silver / grey sourced
Tail shape
Straight
Barbels
Yes sourced

Habitat & distribution

Water type
Saltwater sourced
Substrate
Sand / mud bottom sourced
Min depth (m)
180 verified
Max depth (m)
792 verified
Natural range
South America: Brazil, Canada, French Guiana, Mexico, Suriname, Trinidad Tobago sourced
Origin
Native

Behaviour & biology

Territorial
No
Reproduction
Separate sexes
Sexual dimorphism
No
Seasonality
Present year-round in its habitat; no pronounced seasonality known.

For anglers

Fishing method
Bottom fishing with natural bait (worm, shrimp or fish) on or just above the seabed.
Regulations source

Safety

Danger to humans
Harmless verified
First aid
This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status. verified

Status & sources

Sources
FishBase via GBIF (DwC-A), CC-BY-NC 4.0

Same genus Laemonema

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