Picasso Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus)
Rhinecanthus aculeatus
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 30 cm
- Min Tank
- 350 L
- Lifespan
- 8-12
- Swimming Level
- mid
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Omnivore; frozen shrimp, krill, clam, marine pellets
- Temperament
- Aggressive; will attack tank mates and destroy invertebrates
About
The Picasso Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus), also known as the Lagoon Triggerfish and Hawaii's state fish 'Humuhumunukunukuapua'a', is one of the most iconic marine fish with an artist-painted abstract pattern in blue, yellow, brown, and black. Hardy and bold, it develops a strong personality and will aggressively defend its territory, attack tank mates, and destroy invertebrates. Best suited to large FOWLR aquariums with robust, similarly sized companions.
Care Guide
House in a large FOWLR aquarium. Provide substantial live rock with caves. Feed a varied diet of meaty foods: frozen shrimp, krill, clam, and quality marine pellets. Aggressive—introduce last into established tanks. Will destroy most invertebrates. Protect fingers at feeding time.
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