Starry Triggerfish

This distinctive Triggerfishes is generally among the less aggressive members of the group. Like any trigger, the occasional individual will behave aggressively, but as trigger go, these guys aren't bad. Place them in a large tank with lots of hiding places, do not keep more than one Starry Trigger per aquarium. Very hardy and easy to feed.

Latin Name: Abalistes stellatus

Common Name: Starry Trigger

Also known as: Stellatus Trigger

Origin: Indo Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size: 55 Gallon

Diet and Feeding: Feed a varied diet of meaty foods. Also include frozen preparations for herbivores. Feed young individuals several times a day.

Difficulty: 5 (5=Easy 1=Difficult)

Reef Compatibility: Not suitable for a reef aquarium as it feeds on a wide-range of invertebrates

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