The Pinktail Triggerfish has a handsome emerald-green body and a bright pink tail. Yellow accents the body at the face and pectoral fins with darker flecks on the scales.
A 180 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. With caution, it can be housed in a reef aquarium, but will eat any crustacean and small fish.
The Pinktail 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: Small 1 1/2" to 3", Medium 3 to 5", Large 5" to 7"
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons |
Care Level: Easy |
Temperament: 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: 1' 2" |
Color Form: Green, Red, Yellow |
Diet: Carnivore |
Compatibility: View Chart |
Origin: Hawaii, Indonesia |
Family: Balistidae |