Bathysaurus mollis Günther 1878 — Highfin lizardfish

Status at New Ireland. New record, based on NTUM material (1 specimen, St. CP 4449-1, north of New Hanover).

Distribution and habitat. New Ireland: 1.—General distribution: Circumglobal in tropical seas, except for eastern Pacific. Bathydemersal, 1252–4903 m depth. Marine.