Mallotus villosus

Capelin | Capelan | TSN Code 162035

Global

• Species reported during the annual bottom trawl fish abundance surveys (DFO)
• Species harvested within the marine area covered in this guide (Fisheries Management Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada)

Specific to the species

• Somewhat slender-bodied, with minute scales
• Often green dorsally, silver on sides and belly
• Long and low adipose fin

Observation(s)

• Total catch in number: 527464
• Total catch in weight (kg): 4498
• Maximum length of sampled individuals (mm): 170
• Minimum length of sampled individuals (mm): 79
• Mean length of sampled individuals (mm): 137
• Occurrence, 1-100 m depth (no of stations) : 62
• Occurrence, 101-200 m depth (no of stations): 134
• Occurrence, 201-300 m depth (no of stations): 194
• Occurrence, >300 m depth (no of stations): 170

Possible confusion with:

Group(s) of species

• Capelin vs Smelt
• Silvery flanks and large eyes

This species is part of the following group(s):

• Capelin vs Smelt
• Pelagic fishes with adipose fin
• Silvery flanks and large eyes

Useful link(s)

• Landings