Where to buy Gray Triggerfish
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About Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish are silvery-gray with a robust, stocky body and a large head with a small mouth. They possess a distinctive long dorsal spine that locks in an upright position and a characteristic triggerfish profile; males often display more vibrant coloration than females.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific from East Africa to Hawaii, including the Red Sea and Great Barrier Reef.
- Diet Details
- Feed a varied omnivorous diet including quality meaty foods (chopped squid, shrimp, clams) and vegetable matter. Offer 2-3 times daily in small quantities. They will also consume algae and invertebrates in the tank.
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Max Size
- 12
- Common Health Issues
- Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Velvet Disease
- Family
- Balistidae
- Care Level
- Expert
- Appearance
- Gray Triggerfish are silvery-gray with a robust, stocky body and a large head with a small mouth. They possess a distinctive long dorsal spine that locks in an upright position and a characteristic triggerfish profile; males often display more vibrant coloration than females.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Min tank size
- 125 gallons
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
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