Triggerfish – Niger

Niger Triggerfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 30cm (1′)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 20 years

Scientific Name: Odonus Niger

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  3- 5 inches

The niger triggerfish, scientific name Odonus Niger is an aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Niger triggerfish can grow up to 1’ and can live up to 20 years. Triggerfish are carnivores and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as mysis shrimp. They can also be given small pieces of squid, clam, and other types of raw seafood. Niger triggerfish can be kept singly, in pairs or in small groups as long as there is adequate space and rockwork. They can be kept with other triggerfish as well. Triggerfish will not bother coral but they will prey upon invertebrates. Triggerfish will hide in the rocks at night and will swim throughout the tank during the day.