Leatherjacket Parika scaber, New Zealand: Creamfish, Japan: Umalurahagi, France: Bourse cuir, Italy: Pesce balestra, Spain: Pel ballesta

Average length 8-12 inches, average weight 7 oz.-1.25 pounds. Similar species occurs in Australia. Color variable; usually grayish brown with some obscure darker markings. Soft dorsal and anal fins bright yellow. Rough skin. Widespread around New Zealand in rocky weedy areas from the shore to at least 60 m. Caught mainly by trawling; landed all year round. A small resource.

Very white. Flesh texture and flavor similar to that of flounder or sole. Usually sold headed, gutted and skinned as this produces a portion- sized serving.

FAMILY: Balistidae (filefishes, leatherjacket)
 

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