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Bluelined Triggerfish
Pseudobalistes fuscus
The Bluelined Triggerfish, also known as the Blue-and-Gold Triggerfish, Blue Triggerfish, Rippled Triggerfish, or Yellowspotted Triggerfish, has a brilliant blue and yellow rippled effect over the entire body, accented by bright green eyes.
A 300 litre or larger aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. The Bluelined Triggerfish will rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It can sometimes be heard making a grunting sound.
The Bluelined Triggerfish requires requires meaty foods such as whole shrimp, krill, squid, clams, and small fish.
Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 4cm - 6cm
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Fish Statistics
- Minimum Tank Size:
- 300 litres
- Diet:
- Carnivore
- Origin:
- Indo-Pacific
- Temp (C):
- 22-27 C
- Max Size:
- 50 cm
- Family:
- Balistidae
- Reef Compatible:
- No
- Temperament:
- Aggressive
- pH:
- 8.1 - 8.4
- Salinity:
- 1.020-1.025
- Care Level:
- Moderate
- Compatibility:
- See Tank Mates Chart below
Buy Bluelined Triggerfish
Small
- 1 or more items - £35.25
Please enter your email address to be informed when stock becomes available:Medium 4 - 6cm
- 1 or more items - £47.00
Please enter your email address to be informed when stock becomes available:Large 12-15cm
- 1 or more items - £65.00
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Tank Mates
We recommend pairing your Bluelined Triggerfish with these other fish: