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Clown Triggerfish
AdvancedClown triggerfish
Large triggerfish with white polka dots and yellow mouth. Very aggressive toward other fish. Popular as a personality fish.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
23〜26℃
Lifespan
10-20 years
Size
25-40cm
Diet
Shrimp, shellfish, squid, pellets
About
The clown triggerfish (Balistoides conspicillum) is a large triggerfish of the family Balistidae native to tropical coral reefs of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Its dramatic markings — large white polka dots on a dark belly, a vivid yellow-orange mouth, and bright spots on the dorsal surface — give it a flamboyant, jester-like appearance that inspired its common name. Adults can exceed 50 cm in length, requiring a tank of 300 litres or more. Highly aggressive, it will bite and damage virtually any fish, crustacean, or piece of live rock it encounters; solitary keeping is strongly recommended. Its powerful jaws are adapted for crushing molluscs and crustaceans in the wild, but it also accepts prepared aquarium foods readily. Despite its belligerence toward tankmates, it often develops a recognizable, individual personality with its keeper.
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Basic Info
Origin
Tropical coral reefs of the Indian and Pacific Oceans
Lifespan
10-20 years
Size
25-40cm
Temperature
23〜26℃
Diet
Shrimp, shellfish, squid, pellets
Care Guide
Tank
300L+. Solo keeping recommended
Care Specifications
- pH
- 8.1–8.4
- Water Temp.
- 22–26℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.02–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Min. Tank
- 1136 L
AggressiveNot reef safe
Sources: LiveAquaria
References & Sources
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Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / 環境省 特定動物リスト / 環境省 特定外来生物等一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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