Balistoides conspicillum

Triggerfishes

Clown triggerfish
Leoparden Drückerfisch
Luipaard trekkervis
Baliste-clown
Pez ballesta payaso
Pesce balestra pagliaccio

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 1 and 75 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 50 cm
Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Sea urchins - Crabs - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- -Sport or local fishing