Xanthichthys auromarginatus

Quick Stats

Care Level: Easy Temperament: Semi-aggressive Color Form: Black, Blue, Yellow Diet: Carnivore Reef Compatible: With Caution Water Conditions: 72-78 F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Max. Size: 9″ Origin: Hawaii, Indonesia Family: Balistidae Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons

Overview

The Blue Throat Triggerfish, also known as Bluechin Triggerfish, or Gilded Triggerfish, is grayish-brown, covered with light-blue spots. The fins are edged in yellow. The male of the species has a darker blue area on the cheeks, hence the name Bluechin or Blue Throat.

A 125 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. The Blue Throat will rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It is said to “talk,” which is actually a grunting sound.

The Blue Throat Triggerfish needs a varied diet of meaty foods including; squid, krill, clams, small fish and hard shelled shrimp to help wear down their ever growing teeth.

Approximate Purchase Size: Female: Small 1″ – 1-3/4″; Small/Medium: 1-3/4″ to 2-1/4″; Medium 2-1/4″ to 3″ Large 3″ – 4″; Male Medium: 2-1/2″ to 4″; Medium/Large: 4″ to 5″ Large: 5″ to 6″