DLNR Aquarium

Locally common in fresh or brackish water streams near the ocean.  Large tapering head, thick lips, and a dark spot at the base of the tail.  A delicacy enjoyed by native Hawaiians.  Attains 12 inches.  Known from high islands of Hawai‘i, the Marianas, New Caledonia, and Fiji.  Formerly known as Awaous stamineus or Chonophorus stamineus.