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 475ltr 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.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Color Form: Black, Blue, Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: sg 1.020-1.025, 23-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 23cm
Family: Balistidae
Minimum Tank Size: 475ltr
