Triggerfish – Goldenback

This item is available by special order only. Please contact us directly to order your triggerfish today! Must pay for in advance as we will order one or as many as you like, specifically for you. NO refunds, credit can be spent on any other livestock item(s).

Goldenback Triggerfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  120 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 40cm (1’4″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 20 years

Scientific Name: Xanthichthys Caeruleolineatus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  3-4 inches

The goldenback triggerfish, scientific name Xanthichthys Caeruleolineatus is an aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 120 gallons. Goldenback triggerfish can grow up to 1’ 4” 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. Goldenback triggerfish should be kept singly as they will become territorial with other goldenback triggers. They can be kept with other triggerfish as long as there is adequate space. 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.