Origin
Common across Indo-Pacific reefs from Hawaii to the Maldives, usually found at drop-offs and surge zones.

Visual & Functional Appeal
Glossy black body with blue iridescence, long trailing dorsal and anal fins, and a subtle green reflection under strong lighting. Eye-catching and elegant.

Purpose
Provides motion, shape contrast, and personality. Known to be less destructive than most triggers, making it more aquascape-friendly.

Importance
A great introduction to the triggerfish family for aquarists seeking bold looks without aggressive tendencies. Adds vertical presence in the water column.

Included Resources
Requires a secure lid, powerful filtration, moderate to strong flow, and open swimming space. Rock shelters help reduce stress and aggression.

Best Use Cases
Ideal in fish-only or predator-safe tanks. Can be housed with tangs, larger wrasses, and puffers. Not safe with small inverts or reef corals.

Conservation Context
Wild populations are stable. Responsible sourcing is advised due to widespread collection across multiple reef zones.

Ideal Aquatic Animals
• Niger Triggerfish
• Large fairy wrasses
• Porcupine puffers
• Harlequin tuskfish
• Large angelfish
(Avoid shrimp, crabs, or slow feeders)

Region (A)
• Latitude: 21.3069° N
• Longitude: 157.8583° W
(Honolulu, Hawaii – reef slopes and walls)

Region (B)
• Latitude: 1.3521° N
• Longitude: 103.8198° E
(Singapore Strait – Indo-Pacific coral channels)