Black Triggerfish (Melichthys niger)
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Black Triggerfish
Black Triggerfish
Melichthys niger
379 Litres (100 US G.)
17.8-20.3cm (7-8 ")
8.2 - 8.5
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
4-8 years
Family
Balistidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Black Triggerfish, Hawaiian Black Trigger, Black Finned Triggerfish
Additional scientific names
- Melichthys ringens
Identification
- Distinctive black body and fins and typical Triggerfish shape, can be mistaken for Melichthys indicus, but is smaller when mature.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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