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	~~'''~~Haddock~~''' (''Melanogrammus aeglefinus'') is a saltwater fish from the family Gadidae, the true cods. It is the only species in the monotypic genus ''Melanogrammus''.~~		==Haddock==

	~~== Description ==~~		[[File:Haddock,_Boston_Aquarium.JPG\|Haddock in an aquarium\|thumb\|right]]
	Haddock ~~is a medium-to-large fish~~, ~~averaging from 1 to 3 pounds~~ in ~~weight with specimens recorded at up to 37 pounds.~~ The ~~fish can reach up to 3 feet in length with~~ a ~~lifespan~~ of up to ~~20 years. Adult haddock have a dark lateral line and a black blotch over~~ the ~~pectoral fin~~, which ~~is distinctive of~~ the ~~species~~. It is found in the North Atlantic Ocean and ~~associated seas where it~~ is an important species for ~~fisheries, especially in northern Europe where it is marketed fresh, smoked, frozen, dried, and to a small extent, canned~~.		The '''haddock''' (''Melanogrammus aeglefinus'') is a species of [[ray-finned fish]] belonging to the family [[Gadidae]], which also includes the [[cod]] and [[pollock]]. It is a demersal fish found in the North Atlantic Ocean and is an important species for commercial fishing.

	== ~~Diet~~ ==		==Description==
	Haddock ~~feed primarily on small invertebrates~~, ~~although larger members~~ of ~~the species may occasionally consume fish~~.		[[File:Melanogrammus_aeglefinus.png\|Illustration of Melanogrammus aeglefinus\|thumb\|left]]
			Haddock are easily recognizable by their distinctive black lateral line running along their white side and a dark blotch above the pectoral fin, often referred to as the "thumbprint" or "Devil's thumbprint." They have a silvery-grey body with a paler belly. The average size of a haddock is about 38–69 cm (15–27 in) in length, but they can grow up to 112 cm (44 in).

	== ~~Reproduction~~ ==		==Habitat and Distribution==
	Haddock ~~reproduce via external fertilization~~. ~~Their reproductive cycle is annual and peaks~~ in the ~~spring when females can release up to 3 million eggs each~~. ~~These eggs~~ are ~~pelagic~~ and ~~float in~~ the ~~water column, hatching into larvae after approximately 3 weeks~~.		Haddock are found on both sides of the North Atlantic. In the western Atlantic, they range from Cape May in New Jersey to the Strait of Belle Isle in Canada. In the eastern Atlantic, they are found from the Bay of Biscay to the Barents Sea, including the waters around Iceland and the Faroe Islands.

	== ~~Commercial Fishing~~ ==		==Diet==
	Haddock ~~is a popular food fish~~, ~~widely fished commercially~~. ~~The flesh is white~~ and can ~~be cooked in many ways, including frying, baking,~~ and ~~smoking~~.		Haddock are benthic feeders, primarily consuming invertebrates such as [[crustaceans]], [[mollusks]], and [[echinoderms]]. They also feed on small fish and planktonic organisms. Their diet can vary depending on their habitat and the availability of prey.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		==Reproduction==
	* [[Cod]]		Haddock spawn between January and June, with peak spawning occurring from March to May. Spawning takes place in deep water, and the eggs are pelagic, floating in the water column. The larvae are also pelagic and drift with the currents until they settle to the bottom as juveniles.
	* [[Atlantic ~~Ocean~~]]
	* [[~~Commercial Fishing~~]]		==Fishing and Economic Importance==
			[[File:Haddock_landings_east.jpg\|Haddock landings in the eastern Atlantic\|thumb\|right]]
			Haddock is a significant species for commercial fisheries, particularly in the North Sea and the waters around Iceland. It is caught using trawls, longlines, and gillnets. Haddock is popular in the culinary world, often smoked or used in dishes such as [[fish and chips]].

			==Conservation==
			The haddock population is subject to fishing pressure, and its status varies by region. In some areas, such as the North Sea, haddock stocks are managed under strict quotas to prevent overfishing. Sustainable fishing practices are encouraged to maintain healthy populations.

	== ~~References~~ ==		==Culinary Uses==
	~~<references />~~		[[File:10th_May_2012_Smoked_Haddock.jpg\|Smoked haddock\|thumb\|left]]
			Haddock is a versatile fish in the kitchen. It is commonly smoked, which gives it a distinctive flavor and is used in traditional dishes like [[finnan haddie]] and [[kedgeree]]. Fresh haddock is also popular, often baked, grilled, or fried.

	[[~~Category:Fish~~]]		==Related Pages==
	[[~~Category:Commercial Fishing~~]]		* [[Cod]]
	[[~~Category:Atlantic Ocean~~]]		* [[Pollock]]
			* [[Ray-finned fish]]
			* [[Commercial fishing]]

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	~~File~~:~~Haddock,_Boston_Aquarium.JPG\|Haddock, Boston Aquarium~~
	~~File~~:~~Melanogrammus_aeglefinus.png\|Melanogrammus aeglefinus~~
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	~~File:10th_May_2012_Smoked_Haddock.jpg\|10th May 2012 Smoked Haddock~~
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'''Haddock''' (''Melanogrammus aeglefinus'') is a saltwater fish from the family Gadidae, the true cods. It is the only species in the monotypic genus ''Melanogrammus''.

== Description ==
Haddock is a medium-to-large fish, averaging from 1 to 3 pounds in weight with specimens recorded at up to 37 pounds. The fish can reach up to 3 feet in length with a lifespan of up to 20 years. Adult haddock have a dark lateral line and a black blotch over the pectoral fin, which is distinctive of the species. It is found in the North Atlantic Ocean and associated seas where it is an important species for fisheries, especially in northern Europe where it is marketed fresh, smoked, frozen, dried, and to a small extent, canned.

== Diet ==
Haddock feed primarily on small invertebrates, although larger members of the species may occasionally consume fish.

== Reproduction ==
Haddock reproduce via external fertilization. Their reproductive cycle is annual and peaks in the spring when females can release up to 3 million eggs each. These eggs are pelagic and float in the water column, hatching into larvae after approximately 3 weeks.

== Commercial Fishing ==
Haddock is a popular food fish, widely fished commercially. The flesh is white and can be cooked in many ways, including frying, baking, and smoking.

== See Also ==
* [[Cod]]
* [[Atlantic Ocean]]
* [[Commercial Fishing]]

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Fish]]
[[Category:Commercial Fishing]]
[[Category:Atlantic Ocean]]

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