Reproduction of Merlangius merlangus
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Main Ref. Cohen, D.M., T. Inada, T. Iwamoto and N. Scialabba, 1990
Mode dioecism
Fertilization external
Mating type
Spawning frequency Variable throughout range
Batch spawner Yes.   Ref.  McEvoy, L.A. and J. McEvoy, 1992
Reproductive guild nonguarders
open water/substratum egg scatterers
Parental Care none
Description of life cycle and mating behavior Oviparous, sexes are separate (Ref. 205).
Search for more references on reproduction Scirus
(e.g. 9948)
( e.g. cephalopods )
Entered by Luna, Susan M. on 12.18.90
Modified by Luna, Susan M. on 04.21.15
Checked by Torres, Armi G. on 03.24.95
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