LINGCOD


Meaning of LINGCOD in English

n.

Commercially popular fish species ( Ophiodon elongatus ) that is strictly marine, found along the Pacific coast of North America.

It is a voracious predator with a large mouth and caninelike teeth. Lingcods are popular game and commercial fish that may reach a length of 5 ft (1.5 m). They have well-developed fins and tails. The meat, though greenish, is considered highly edible.

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