Pseudobalistes fuscus

Triggerfishes

  • Yellow-spotted triggerfish
  • Blaustreifen Drückerfisch
  • Blauwe trekkervis
  • Baliste à rides bleues
  • Pez ballesta azul
  • Pesce balestra mareszzato

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 50 Meters.
  • Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is aggressive and may attack

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 55 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Mollusks - Echinoderms

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may bite
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing