Clown Triggerfish

Balistoides conspicillum

Família : Balistidae

PeixeMarinhoTriggerfish

Striking black and white triggerfish with yellow spots, very popular but aggressive.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Descrição

The clown triggerfish has a robust body, black with large white spots on the belly and a yellow saddle on the back. Its mouth is powerful with strong teeth. It is known for its territorial and aggressive behavior, especially towards other triggerfish. It can move rocks and decorations. In aquariums, it requires a large volume and strong filtration. It can reach 50 cm.

Habitat

Região :

Coral reefs, outer reef slopes

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
4/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Aquário mín.
600 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
50 cm
Esperança de vida
12 anos
Temperamento
Agressivo
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

Minimum tank volume 600 liters. Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, alkalinity 8-12 dKH. Diet: carnivorous, feed shrimp, fish, mussels, and frozen foods. Very aggressive, should not be kept with shy or small fish. May bite cables and pipes. Not recommended for reef tanks as it eats invertebrates. Needs hiding places and ample swimming space.

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