{"product_id":"blue-throat-triggerfish","title":"Blue Throat Triggerfish","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eBlue Throat Triggerfish (Xanthichthys auromarginatus)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eThe Blue Throat Triggerfish (\u003cem data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eXanthichthys auromarginatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a marine fish species belonging to the triggerfish family, Balistidae. Native to tropical Indo-Pacific reefs, it is popular among aquarists for its striking coloration and relatively peaceful temperament compared to other triggerfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"670\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eXanthichthys auromarginatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"480\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBalistidae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"560\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"560\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndo-Pacific coral reefs, typically 30–100 m deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eAverage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 23 cm (9 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZooplankton, small crustaceans, and occasionally algae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eAppearance and Sexual Dimorphism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eMales are easily recognizable by their vivid blue throat patch, from which the species takes its common name, and yellow-edged fins. Females are more subdued, showing a grayish-brown body with less pronounced color markings. The species has a diamond-shaped, laterally compressed body typical of triggerfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eDistribution and Habitat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eThe Blue Throat Triggerfish is distributed widely across the Indo-Pacific region, from the East African coast to the Hawaiian Islands and Japan. It inhabits outer reef slopes and drop-offs, where it typically swims in open water above the substrate. Its depth range of 30–100 meters makes it a midwater planktivore rather than a bottom-dwelling species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eBehavior and Ecology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eUnlike many triggerfish, which are territorial and aggressive,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eX. auromarginatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis relatively peaceful, often found in pairs or small groups. It feeds on zooplankton in the water column rather than grazing on benthic organisms. This pelagic feeding behavior contributes to its compatibility in large marine aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eRole in Marine Aquaria\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eThe Blue Throat Triggerfish is favored by aquarists for its hardiness, manageable size, and compatibility with other non-aggressive species. Males, in particular, are prized for their bright coloration. However, they require ample swimming space, stable water conditions, and a diet rich in meaty marine foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eConservation Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2355\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCurrently, the species is not listed as threatened. Its wide distribution and adaptability contribute to a stable population, though habitat degradation and the aquarium trade require ongoing monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Angel Reef Aquarium Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51505767547176,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/6930\/0008\/files\/blue-throat-triggerfish-635879.jpg?v=1772592556","url":"https:\/\/angelreefaquariums.com\/products\/blue-throat-triggerfish","provider":"Angel Reef Aquarium Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}