Black Trigger

Latin Name

Melicthys niger and Melichthys indicus

Common Name

Black Trigger

Also known as

Black Durgeon Trigger

Fast Facts

This handsome triggerfish is one of the most sociable of the clan. Because of its hardiness and more passive disposition, this species is a great choice for the beginning aquarist, and community tanks. It can be kept with peaceful fishes, of equal-size or larger, or with more aggressive fishes that are smaller than it is. Most specimens collected for the trade are on the large side; if you want a small one, you should consider other triggers unless you can wait forever. Unlike some of its cousins, this fish is less likely to rearrange the aquarium decor or dig holes in the substrate. It can be shy when initially introduced to aquarium, but will become quite tame in time.

Sizes

Medium/Around 3"
Large/Around 4"-5"
X-Large/Around 5"-6"
Show/Around 6"-8"

Range in Nature

Indo Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size

Diet and Feeding

Feed a varied diet of meaty foods. Also include frozen preparations for herbivores.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

One of the few triggers for the kept in the reef aquarium. Usually ignore sessile invertebrates, may eat ornamental shrimp.

Related Fish

More Triggers

Availability

Not often available. Most specimens collected for the trade are on the large side; if you want a smaller one, you should consider other triggers unless you can wait forever.

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Black Trigger

Size	Price	Qty.	Add
Medium	$89.00
Large	$99.00
X-Large	$149.00
Show	$249.00

Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.