| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 101 |
| Named Used as Valid | Scorpis violacea |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | Southern Australia |
| Quote | Average size 20-30, reaching 40. Midwater feeder on small plankton. |