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Blue cod
Parapercis colias
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Knowing the Blue cod (Parapercis colias) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents rocky bottoms and is found between 5 and 40 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is curious, it approaches the diver, which shapes how to approach it.
It's relatively accessible with basic technique. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: curious, it approaches the diver.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | 33 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Bacalao azul (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Blue cod?
It depends on the area. For example, New Zealand: 33 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Blue cod found?
Usually between 5 and 40 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “easy”. It is also curious, it approaches the diver. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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