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Humu Rectangle Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus rectangulus)

$79.95

Product Description

Considered to be Hawaii's state fish, the Humu Rectangle Triggerfish, also known as the Rectangular Triggerfish, Wedge-tailed Trigger, or the V-line Humuhumunukunukuapuaa, has a pearly white face and two blue and black stripes across the eyes. It is also recognized by the black V-pattern outlined in yellow that highlights the posterior section of the body.

The Humu Rectangle Triggerfish needs a 70 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves. It may rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It vocalizes using a "grunting" sound.

The Humu Rectangle Triggerfish needs a varied diet of meaty foods including; squid, krill, clams, small fish and hard shelled shrimp to help wear down their ever growing teeth.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3-1/2"; Large: 3-1/2" to 5"; X Large: 5" to 6"; XX Large: 6" to 8"

Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons

Care Level: Easy

Temperament: Aggressive

Reef Compatible: No

Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025

Max. Size: 1'

Color Form: Black, Blue, Orange, White, Yellow

Diet: Carnivore

Compatibility: View Chart

Origin: Fiji, Hawaii, Indonesia, Sumatra

Family: Balistidae