Whiting has its distribution in the Atlantic from Gibraltar to the Barents Sea. It is found along the entire Norwegian coast, but most commonly north to Stad.

The whiting is a demersal fish that thrives on sandy and muddy bottoms at depths from 10-200 metres, often migrating into shallow water during the night. Whiting is light in colour with a dark spot by the pectoral fin. It has a pointed nose and the adults do not have whispers. The back is faintly brown, but the fish is otherwise silvery with a white belly.

It can reach lengths up to 55 cm. Spawning takes place from January until July, with the greatest activity in March-April when they gather together in large schools.

The meat is white and delicate.

 

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