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 125 gallon 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, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 Max. Size: 9" Family: Balistidae Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 2-1/4" to 3" Compatibility View Chart Your item may not look identical to the image provided due to variation within species. Purchase size is approximate.
