Poseidon's Realm Niger Trigger

Niger Trigger
Odonus niger

Identification: This species is black overall with noticeably red teeth. This black coloration will vary from region to region with some individuals having a greenish tinge and some having a bluish tinge.

Maximum Length: Attains a length of approximately 18-19 inches

Origin: Indo-Pacific

Minimum tank size: 75 Gallon

Behavior: Initially this species may hide, but once acclimated, it will be out in the open a great deal of the time. Of all the triggerfish species, this is one of the least aggressive, with the aquarist even being able to keep this species in a community aquarium.

Feeding and diet: Mixed diet of meaty foods, including chopped shrimp, scallop, squid, clam and fish.

Reef Compatibility: Unlike most of the other triggerfish, the Niger Trigger can actually be kept in a reef aquarium since it generally does not feed upon any types of corals. The aquarist should be aware that this species may pick at ornamental shrimp and crabs, particularly if they are added to the aquarium after the Niger Trigger has been added.

Cautions: May bite. Before cleaning tank or putting hands in tank make sure you know where it is.

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