Indian Triggerfish (Melichthys indicus)
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Indian Triggerfish
Melichthys indicus
379 Litres (100 US G.)
22.9-25.4cm (9-10 ")
8.2 - 8.5
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
4-8 years
Family
Balistidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Indian Triggerfish
Additional scientific names
- Melichthys ringens
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
- Black body and fins, can be mistaken for Melichthys niger, but is larger when mature.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors: )