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RARE Juvenile Golden Back Trigger

Triggers
$1789.59
The Juvenile Goldenback Triggerfish, Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus is about as rare as they comes when it comes to the family Balistidae.
SKU: JUV-GLDBACK TRGGR
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VERY RARE!!!!!

The Goldenback Triggerfish, Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus is about as rare as they comes when it comes to the family Balistidae. The GoldenBack Triggerfish, Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus, shares the genus with the highly desired cross-hatch and blue throat trigger as well as the curious Kiri triggerfish, but it is far more rare.

While Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus has a pretty wide geographic range, they are mostly found on very deep(300ft+) seaward reefs. Therefore, they are rarely collected by those who have the means. The number collected yearly can be counted on one hand, and there are years where none are collected at all.

The other issue of getting goldenback triggerfish into the aquarium trade is that they usually show up in very large sizes.

The Goldenback Triggerfish (Xanthichthys caeruleolineatus) with its unique yellow-brown and white coloration and blue stripes is a true gem for any saltwater aquarium enthusiast. Care for the Goldenback Triggerfish is relatively easy, requiring a minimum tank size of 150 gallons to accommodate its needs as it can grow to 14 inches in length. However, be aware of its highly aggressive nature, which calls for careful consideration when choosing tankmates as it will eat most invertebrates and small fish. While not reef safe, this carnivorous beauty will thrive on a diverse diet of marine-based foods such as krill,clams,shrimp, and other frozen meaty marine diets. 

 

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