Picasso Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus)

Picasso Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus)
US$38.00

Also Known As: Lagoon Triggerfish, Humu Picasso Triggerfish

Origin: Indo-Pacific (from East Africa and the Red Sea to Hawaii and the Central Pacific)

Habitat: Shallow lagoons and reef flats, often near coral and rocky structures

Diet: Carnivore – Eats crustaceans, mollusks, urchins, and meaty frozen foods like shrimp and squid

Size: Up to 10 inches (25 cm)

Reef Safe: No – Will eat invertebrates and may damage corals, especially LPS

Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons (380 liters)

Temperament: Aggressive – Territorial and may attack smaller or peaceful fish, especially in smaller tanks

Care Level: Moderate

Lifespan: 10–15 years in captivity with good care

Water Parameters:

 

  • Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

  • pH: 8.1–8.4

  • Salinity: 1.020–1.025

  • Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm

  • Nitrate: <20 ppm