Kokopu is a common name used for three species of fish of the genus Galaxias. They are found in the rivers, lakes and swamps of New Zealand, to which they are endemic. Kokopu are galaxiids and like others members of that family lacks scales and has a thick, leathery skin covered with mucus.

What does the name Kokopu mean?

kokopu in British English

(kɒkɒpuː ) nounWord forms: plural kokopu. New Zealand another name for cockabully. Collins English Dictionary.

Where do banded kokopu live?

Banded kokopu live in the pools of very small tributaries, often with a complete overhead canopy of vegetation. They can be found in both, native bush streams and urban streams.