White Tip Triggerfish (Sufflamen chrysopterus)
Fish in the family Balistidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A robust triggerfish with olive-gray to tan body coloration and distinctive white-tipped dorsal and anal fins. The head is large with a strong jaw, and the body tapers posteriorly; adults display a characteristic white spot or bar near the tail base.
Diet and feeding
Feed high-quality frozen meaty foods including krill, squid, shrimp, and small fish pieces. Offer occasional live or frozen crustaceans. Feed once daily or every other day depending on specimen size and appetite.
Difficulty and care for the White Tip Triggerfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including East African coast and Indo-Malaysian archipelago.
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