Black Trigger

Common Name: Black Trigger

Scientific Name: Melichthys indicus
Maximum Size: Up to 10 inches
Temperature Range: 75–80°F
pH Range: 8.1–8.4
Reef Safe: No

Care Notes: The Black Trigger is a robust and territorial species found in the Indo-Pacific. It has a solid black body with sharp fins and a strong jaw. This trigger requires a large aquarium with plenty of swimming space and sturdy rock formations. It feeds on meaty foods such as shrimp, squid, and marine pellets. Known for being aggressive, it can harass smaller tankmates and is not suitable for reef tanks due to its tendency to nip corals and invertebrates.