This fish is known as
Niger Trigger, Redtoothed Triggerfish and the correct latin name is
Odonus niger. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Triggers family. (
e) It's origin is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This fish might become aggressive towards tankmates if kept in classic aquariums. Public aquariums are more suitable.
Niger Trigger can grow up to 50 cm what is approximately 19 inches. 1 specimen basically needs at least 6000cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 930 square inch. This species will require to be kept in a tank that is very large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is easy to keep the Niger Trigger fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The pH level should be stable, varying between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for marine fish.
Thanks to
Kenneth Leonard for the pictures. Copyright Ken Leonard.

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