| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, Natural history and Fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 139 |
| Named Used as Valid | Centrolophus niger |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand |
| Quote | Average size 80-100 cm, reaching 120 cm, widespread in temperate seas of the world, common in midwater, feed on planktonic organisms, including jellyfish. |