Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus

Triggerfishes

  • Yellowmargin triggerfish
  • Gelbsaun-Drückerfisch
  • Geelrand trekkervis
  • Baliste à marges jaunes
  • Pez ballesta de margenes amarillo
  • Pesce balestra nebulosa

Distribution

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

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 2 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 : 60 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
  • Diet : - Echinoderms - Coral - Mollusks

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