Author: (Forster, 1801)
FBname: New Zealand blue cod
Comments: Inhabits rocky areas to a depth of 150 m (Ref. 9258).  Carnivore which feeds mainly on small fish and  crabs.  Feeds by stalking its prey and swallowing it whole.  Adults are home-ranging  (Ref. 26966). Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 58489.