The reproductive biology of a shallow water morid (Salilota australis Günther, 1878), around the Falkland Islands

► The reproductive biology of red cod was examined. ► Red cod spawn to the south of West Falkland between August and October. ► The greatest spawning activity occurred in early evening. ► Fecundity increased with increasing fish length. ► Red cod releases small batches of eggs over the spawning period.