Haddock

Haddock, bottom-feeding marine fish of the cod family, differing from the cod in its smaller mouth, longer anterior dorsal fin, and the black line that runs along its side. It is usually about 60 cm (about 24 in) long and has a brown back and silvery underside; a black spot is located on each side behind the gills. The haddock travels in large schools and is abundant in the North Atlantic Ocean from Iceland to Cape Hatteras. It feeds mainly on small invertebrates. It is frequently sold smoked (under the name finnan haddie) or dried.

Scientific classification: The haddock belongs to the family Gadidae. It is classified as Melanogrammus aeglefinus.