Redtail triggerfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Redtail triggerfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be housed with other large, semi-aggressive fish. Avoid housing with very small or docile fish. Generally peaceful towards other triggerfish of similar size, but individual temperament varies. Best kept singly or in a very large tank with multiple individuals introduced simultaneously.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established, mature aquarium with excellent filtration and strong water movement. Plenty of open swimming space is crucial, along with some rockwork for shelter. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers. Diet should be varied and include meaty foods, often fed multiple times a day due to their active metabolism.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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