| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, Natural history and Fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 112 |
| Named Used as Valid | Mugil cephalus |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand |
| Quote | Average size 30-40 cm reaching 60 cm. Feed on rich algal and organic detritus layer on the sea floor as well as very small invertebrates. |