Haddock

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Haddock

Melanogrammus aeglefinus

Typical size:30–60 cm, 0.7–2.5 kg

Black thumbprint mark on each side above the pectoral fin
Dark lateral line on a silvery-grey body
Small chin barbel

Looks like: Cod has a pale lateral line and no thumbprint; pollock has a lower jaw that sticks out.

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OK to keep

Check the Area rules and limits before keeping any

Must release

Undersized fish and any caught in a closed area or season

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Fishing licences across Canada

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