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species were still abundant in the tow-nets, while larvae were occasionally 

 taken. Ova of G. minutus were not observed during this period, but it is 

 possible that they may have been represented in the later February 

 catches. There is evidence from the table that the bib spawns in 

 February, March, and April, if not later. 



In the four species of Gadus, frequency is high for the early pelagic 

 stages beyond the twenty-fathom line, but gradually diminishes in 

 intensity in the same area as the individuals get older. 



