Average size 12-16 inches. Graded according to weight from 6.5 to 21+ ounces. Occurs around New Zealand only. Two related and very similar inshore species, Peltorhamphus latus and Peltorhamphus tenuis, also present in New Zealand, grow to only about 8 inches and are easily mistaken for juvenile P. novaezeelandiae.

Color greenish-grey, blind side white. Shape oval, widest part well forward of centre. Mouth concealed by rostral hook, but visible from blind side. Scales rough. Most abundant around South Island in depths to 100 m. Caught by trawling; landed all year round.
A small resource.

Flesh white, with delicate texture, Upper fillets slightly darker, whiten on cooking.
 

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