Physiculus karrerae

Physiculus kerrerae, Inter-Atlantic Codling. Source: Paulin 1989
Physiculus kerrerae, Inter-Atlantic Codling.
Source: Paulin 1989
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
MoridaePhysiculus karreraePaulin1989Inter-Atlantic Codling

All Physiculus Species: Snout not depressed to form a broadly V-shaped plate (when viewed ventrally). Ventral light organ present. Chin barbel present.

Physiculus karrerae

Unique Characters: Scales between base of first dorsal fin and lateral line 12-20. Pectoral-fin rays 26-31.

Similar Species:

Physiculus fulvus, Metallic Codling

Metallic Codling, Physiculus fulvus. Scales between base of first dorsal fin and lateral line 6 or 7. Pectoral-fin rays 21-26.

Physiculus fulvus, Metallic Codling. Source: FAO 2002.
Physiculus fulvus, Metallic Codling.
Source: FAO 2002.

Reference

Paulin, C.D. 1989. Review of the morid genera Gadella, Physiculus, and Salilota (Teleostei: Gadiformes) with descriptions of seven new species. New Zealand Journal of Zoology, 16(1): 93-133. DOI: 10.1080/03014223.1989.10423706.