Triggerfish

Triggerfish are a diverse group of marine fish known for their strong jaws and teeth adapted for cracking shells. They are often brightly colored and can grow to be quite large, making them a striking addition to larger marine aquariums. Hobbyists should be aware that triggerfish can be aggressive, especially towards smaller tank mates or during breeding. They require a varied diet, including meaty foods like shrimp and squid, and plenty of swimming space. It's important to have a secure lid on the aquarium, as triggerfish are known to be skilled jumpers. With proper care, triggerfish can be a rewarding challenge for experienced aquarists.

1. 
   Common name: Orange-lined triggerfish

   Scientific name: Balistapus undulatus
2. 
   Common name: Grey triggerfish

   Scientific name: Balistes capriscus
3. 
   Common name: spotted triggerfish

   Scientific name: Balistes punctatus
4. 
   Common name: Ol'wife

   Scientific name: Balistes vetula
5. 
   Common name: Clown triggerfish

   Scientific name: Balistoides conspicillum
6. 
   Common name: Titan triggerfish

   Scientific name: Balistoides viridescens
7. 
   Common name: Indian triggerfish

   Scientific name: Melichthys indicus
8. 
   Common name: Black triggerfish

   Scientific name: Melichthys niger
9. 
   Common name: Pink-tail trigger

   Scientific name: Melichthys vidua
10. 
    Common name: Niger Trigger Fish

    Scientific name: Odonus niger
11. 
    Common name: Yellowmargin triggerfish

    Scientific name: Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus
12. 
    Common name: Blue triggerfish

    Scientific name: Pseudobalistes fuscus
13. 
    Common name: Blackbar triggerfish

    Scientific name: Rhinecanthus aculeatus
14. 
    Common name: Picasso triggerfish

    Scientific name: Rhinecanthus assasi
15. 
    Common name: Wedgetail triggerfish

    Scientific name: Rhinecanthus rectangulus
16. 
    Common name: Blackbelly triggerfish

    Scientific name: Rhinecanthus verrucosus
17. 
    Common name: Boomerang triggerfish

    Scientific name: Sufflamen bursa
18. 
    Common name: Halfmoon triggerfish

    Scientific name: Sufflamen chrysopterum
19. 
    Common name: Masked triggerfish

    Scientific name: Sufflamen fraenatum
20. 
    Common name: Gilded triggerfish

    Scientific name: Xanthichthys auromarginatus
21. 
    Common name: Outrigger triggerfish

    Scientific name: Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus
22. 
    Common name: Blue Line Triggerfish

    Scientific name: Xanthichthys lineopunctatus
23. 
    Common name: Blue-throat trigger

    Scientific name: Xanthichthys mento
24. 
    Common name: Sargassum triggerfish

    Scientific name: Xanthichthys ringens