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18 Nov 2025, 03:14 GMT+10
There are three distinct cod stocks primarily fished in the Newfoundland and Labrador Recreational Groundfish Fishery. These stocks are identified geographically by the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO) Divisions in which they are found:
A short video explains the three primary cod stocks in Newfoundland and Labrador.
DFO Science assesses the health of each stock individually, using the Precautionary Approach Framework. Stocks are categorized as being in the Healthy, Cautious, or Critical zone.
Currently, Northern Gulf of St. Lawrence cod and 3Ps cod are in the Critical Zone. These stocks have high natural mortality and a low number of young fish, which is limiting population growth.
In contrast, Northern cod stock status has improved, and it is no longer in the Critical Zone. Recent scientific data and assessments confirm Northern cod has remained stable since 2017 and is at a higher level than previously understood.
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