Citation |
Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
Ref. |
72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
Page |
60 |
Named Used as Valid |
Merluccius australis |
Comment |
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Locality |
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Distribution |
South Island, the Chatham, Rise, and Campbell Plateau, in 200-800 m but on present knowledge most common in 500-700 m off the Westland coast during the winter spawning season. |
Quote |
Average size 70-100 cm, reaching about 130 cm. Voracious predators on medium sized fishes and squid. |