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NZ Sole

Average size 30-40 cm. Graded according to weight from 175 to 600+ gms. Occurs around New Zealand only. Colour greenish-grey, blind side white. Shape oval, widest part well forward of centre. Mouth concealed by rostral hook, but visible from blind side. Scales rough. Most abundant around South Island in depths to 100 m. Caught by trawling; landed all year round. A small resource.
NZ Sole
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