Are Picasso triggerfish aggressive?
The Picasso triggerfish is a bold, beautiful, aggressive fish that is fun to watch and easy to keep alive, but extremely territorial. They grow quite large (10 inches) and require a large tank.
What is the smallest trigger fish?
(Balistoides viridescens). The former being the smallest variety of Triggerfish and the latter being the largest of the species. Its Triangular body serves a very important purpose for the Triggerfish.
What is the least aggressive triggerfish?
Black Triggerfish
Black Triggerfish are one of the least aggressive of the triggerfish but they are, nevertheless, a poor choice for reef tanks. This species will nip at corals and eat reef invertebrates (even sea urchins).
How big do trigger fish get?
Triggerfish can grow to be up to 13 pounds, 28 inches fork length (length from the tip of the snout to the center of the fork of the tail), and 16 years old. Males are larger than females. Triggerfish become sexually mature at approximately 2 years old.
What does a Picasso Trigger eat?
The Humu Picasso 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.
How long can trigger fish go without eating?
Most healthy aquarium fish can go three days to a week without eating. However, it usually isn’t recommended to go more a day or two without feeding unless completely necessary.
What eats trigger fish?
Predators of the queen triggerfish are larger reef fish including grouper, jacks, and sharks. Occasional reef visitors such as tuna and marlin may also feed on this large aggressive fish.
Are trigger fish bottom feeders?
Triggerfish are bottom feeders, but don’t let that sway you. They are pretty impressive predators, using their teeth and jaws to consume sea urchins and other creatures that live on the reef. They get their name from the spines they possess. These spines help them lock into cracks, crevices, and other hiding places.