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Blue Throat Triggerfish (Xanthichthys auromarginatus)
Product Description
The Blue Throat Triggerfish, also known as Bluechin Triggerfish, or Gilded Triggerfish, is grayish-brown, covered with light-blue spots. The fins are edged in yellow. The male of the species has a darker blue area on the cheeks, hence the name Bluechin or Blue Throat.
A 125 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. The Blue Throat will rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It is said to "talk," which is actually a grunting sound.
The Blue Throat Triggerfish needs a varied diet of meaty foods including; squid, krill, clams, small fish and hard shelled shrimp to help wear down their ever growing teeth.
Approximate Purchase Size: Female: Small 1" - 2" Medium 2" to 3" Large 3" - 4"; Male Medium: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"; Large: 4-1/2" to 6"
| Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons |
| Care Level: Easy |
| Temperament: Semi-aggressive |
| Reef Compatible: With Caution |
| Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 |
| Max. Size: 9" |
| Color Form: Black, Blue, Yellow |
| Diet: Carnivore |
| Compatibility: View Chart |
| Origin: Hawaii, Indonesia |
| Family: Balistidae |
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