Blue-Lined Triggerfish (Pseudobalistes fuscus)
Fish in the family Balistidae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A robust triggerfish with a distinctive dark blue to grayish-blue body featuring bright blue lines running along the face and gill covers. The dorsal and anal fins are edged in blue, and the fish has a characteristic blocky head and powerful jaws adapted for crushing hard-bodied prey.
Diet and feeding
Feed meaty foods including squid, shrimp, crab, and other crustaceans, as well as hard-shelled mollusks. Supplement occasionally with quality carnivore pellets formulated for triggerfishes.
Difficulty and care for the Blue-Lined Triggerfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including the Great Barrier Reef and Indo-Malaysian regions.
Log Blue-Lined Triggerfish in your reef tank
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