Indian Triggerfish
Melichthys indicus
- Group: Triggerfish
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Indian triggerfish digs holes beneath coral bases to wedge itself in for the night, locking the spine on its back so nothing can pull it free. Usually seen alone on coral rich reef slopes, it grinds through sponges, algae, crustaceans and small invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Balistidae › Melichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219882.
FAQ
- How deep does the Indian Triggerfish live?
- The Indian Triggerfish (Melichthys indicus) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Indian Triggerfish dangerous to divers?
- The Indian Triggerfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Indian Triggerfish get?
- The Indian Triggerfish grows to about 25 cm.