Average size 30-40cmGraded according to weight from 175 to 600+ gm
Occurs around New Zealand only. Two related and very similar inshore species, Peltorhamphus latus and Peltorhamphus tenuis, also present in New Zealand, grow to only about 20cm and are easily mistaken for juvenile P. novaezeelandiae.
Colour greenish-grey, blind side white. Shape oval, widest part well forward of centre. Mouth concealed by rostral hook, but visible from blind side. Scales rough.
Most abundant around South Island in depths to 100m. Caught by trawling; landed all year round. A small resource.
