| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, Natural history and Fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 59 |
| Named Used as Valid | Halargyreus johnsonii |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand and southern South America, and the North Atlantic. Caught by offshore trawlers working beyond 500 m. |
| Quote | Average size 25-35 cm, reaching 55 cm. |