| Common name | Puhi |
| Language | Hawaiian |
| Type | Vernacular |
| Official trade name | No |
| Rank | 3 - (Other common name) |
| Country | Hawaii |
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| Ref. | Randall, J.E., 1996 |
| Life stage | juveniles and adults |
| Sex | females and males |
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| Remarks | As per information from this reference, the name Puhi (i.e., Pu-hi by syllables) is also used for several other species in the families of Muraenidae (Moray Eels), Ophichthidae (Snake Eels and Worm Eels), and Congridae (Conger Eels). |