Bluenose
Average length 60-80 cm, average weight 6 kg but ranging from 3-20 kg. Dark blue-grey or above, paler to silver on sides and belly; small scales. Distinguished from the groper by a laterally-compressed body, a larger eye set lower on head, and a blunt snout. Distinguished from the related warehou species by a larger mouth, more prominent first dorsal fin, and obvious scales. Bluenose occur around New Zealand, and most common over or near rocky areas, 100-300 m. Caught by longline and a trawl by-catch. A moderate resource.
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