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Latin: Brosme brosme

Size:

110 cm - 17 kg

Levested:

Mixed seabed, 30 - 1000 meters deep

Distribution:

Both sides of the Atlantic. On the eastern side from northern parts of the British Isles to Iceland, Svalbard and the Barents Sea. The entire Norwegian coast

Food:

Crustaceans (various species of shrimps, lobsters and crayfish), mantis shrimps and fish.

Facts about Brosme

Brossa's meat is considered by many to be the best among the cod fish. It often has a shellfish flavor, which is due to the fact that it eats mostly crustaceans. It is mostly caught by line and trawl.

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