| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 78 |
| Named Used as Valid | Helicolenus percoides |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand. |
| Quote | Average size 25-35 cm, reaching 40 cm. Feeds on a variety of prey animals, including small fishes. Common in rocky areas to 50 m, more common south of East Cape. |