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Vulnerability
Species’ vulnerability not assesed
Information
Appear to live usually on or near the bottom, but may occasionally move up into mid-waters. Large adult fish generally occur deeper than 400 m, while juveniles may be found in shallower water, more commonly found in large estuaries and bays, and may even enter freshwaters. Form schools. Feed primarily on lantern fishes. In New Zealand, it feeds in midwater on small fish, crustaceans and squid. Utilized fresh and frozen; can be steamed, fried, cooked in microwave and baked.
Localization
Southwest Pacific: New Zealand and southern Australia.
Credits: Fishbase, Sealifebase, Aquamaps
Environment
Marine