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The Clown Triggerfish has a dramatic coloration, making this species a most sought after addition to the home aquarium. The Clown Triggerfish is found along the inner and outer portions of a reef in the wild, wherever shellfish and other invertebrates are found.
Among the most colorful, the Clown Triggerfish is also one of the most aggressive, commonly kept inhabitants of an aquarium. Care should be taken in selecting its tank mates, choosing other aggressive, large fish. The tank decor should also be chosen based on the propensity of the Clown Triggerfish to rearrange it.
It's diet should include 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.
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Name: Clown Triggerfish (Balistoides conspicillum)
Family: Balistidae Range: Indo-Pacific Size: Up to 20 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 135 gallon Light: Medium Temperament: Aggressive Swimming Level: No specific level Care Level: Easy |
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