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KNUT DAHL 



The following table p. 16 shows the relative age of these cod analysed by means 

 of scales and otoliths. 



From these tables it becomes evident: 



That the cud generally caught in these southern fjords average about 30 cm. in 

 length. Each cod weighs on an average 300 — 350 gramm. 



One kilo equals nearly 3 individual fish. About three fourths of these cod are 

 certainly fish which are sexually mature. 



The lïiajority of these cod consist of 3 and 4 years old fish. Individuals 6 and 7 

 years old are scarce i. 



' Compare this with the extensive investigations published by Dr. Damas in this report. 



