| Citation | Paul, L., 2000 New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries. Reed Books, Auckland. | |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 | |
| Page | 156 | |
| Named Used as Valid | Nototodarus gouldi | |
| Locality | ||
| Distribution | North Island and north-western South Island. | |
| Quote | Average size of northern species 20-25 cm, reaching 37 cm. Feed on small fish, crustaceans, and other squid. |