Ling
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Ling
Molva molva
Ling is a long, slender fish that lives in deep waters. They are known for their firm, delicious meat!
Habitat: Deep ocean waters
Appearance
The Ling is a long, slender fish with an elongated body, typically mottled brown or greenish-grey on its back, fading to white on its belly. It has a single long dorsal fin and a prominent barbel (whisker) on its chin, which helps distinguish it from other cod-like species.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumMolluscaClassActinopterygiiOrderGadiformesFamilyLotidaeGenusMolva
Category
FishRarity
Common
Danger
2/5
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Interesting facts
Ling can live for over 20 years, a very long fish life!
They use special vision to hunt in super deep, dark waters!
This fish loves to hide and hunt inside old shipwrecks!
Wow! Ling can grow longer than an adult person!
Special abilities
Ability
Pressure Resistance
Ling can withstand extreme deep-sea pressure because of special adaptations that protect its body in crushing depths.
Ability
Camouflage Master
Ling has mottled brown and green colors that help it blend perfectly with rocky seabeds to ambush prey.
Ability
Chin Whisker Sense
Ling uses its long chin barbel to feel for prey hiding in the dark, detecting even tiny movements.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 60-200 cm
- Weight
- 5-45 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-20 years
- Swim Speed
- 20 km/h
- Max Depth
- 1000 m
- Water Type
- Saltwater
Diet & Feeding
The Ling is a deep-sea predator that mostly eats other fish, along with crustaceans and squid.
Primary Foods
- Haddock
- Cod
- Mackerel
- Whiting
- Crabs
- Squid
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
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Also known as
Belly LingBlue LingLingcod
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Safety
Danger
2/5
Watch quietly from a distance and never try to feed or chase wild animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Ling?
60-200 cm
How much does Ling weigh?
5-45 kg
How long does Ling live?
5-20 years
What does Ling eat?
The Ling is a deep-sea predator that mostly eats other fish, along with crustaceans and squid.
How fast can Ling swim?
20 km/h
Where is Ling usually found?
Deep ocean waters
How does Ling hunt?
Ambush
How deep can Ling go?
1000 m
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