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November 24, 2009
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Bluelined Triggerfish
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Bluelined Triggerfish
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

The Bluelined Triggerfish, also known as the Blue-and-Gold Triggerfish, Blue Triggerfish, Rippled Triggerfish, or Yellowspotted Triggerfish, has a brilliant blue and yellow rippled effect over the entire body, accented by bright green eyes.

A 200 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. The Bluelined Triggerfish will rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It can sometimes be heard making a grunting sound.

The Bluelined Triggerfish requires requires meaty foods such as whole shrimp, krill, squid, clams, and small fish.

Like other triggerfish, they are not compatible with: Anglers & Frogfish, Basslets, Batfish, Cardinalfish, Filefish, Pseudochromis, Seahorses & Pipefish and Sharks & Rays.

Fish Facts
Name: Bluelined Triggerfish (Pseudobalistes fuscus)
Family: Balistidae
Range: Indo-Pacific
Size: Up to 22 inches
Diet: Carnivore
Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants
Reef Compatible: No
Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Minimum Tank Capacity: 200 gallon
Light: Medium
Temperament: Aggressive
Swimming Level: No specific level
Care Level: Easy
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