The Clown triggerfish. The Clown triggerfish has got to be one of my favourite fish on the reef and is always incredibly relaxed. These little fish have trigger-like spines on the tops of their bodies that will pop when threatened, but they use it more like an anchor than anything else, locking them into small spaces to stop predators from getting to them. Post by Master Reef Guide Abby Marine Discoveries, Cairns | Master Reef Guides

2.7K views · 87 reactions | The Iconic Clown Triggerfish. This colorful fish is easy to care for and acclimates to new environments quickly. They challenge with this fish is the temperament which requires a lot of room; best suited in large aquariums. #saltwater #aquarium #clown #beautiful | Aquarium Knoxville | Facebook

🐠 Clown Triggerfish ✨ Balistoides conspicillum 🌏 Found in the wild: Reefs of the Indo-Pacific, especially outer reef slopes, drop-offs and rubble zones from East Africa to Japan and the Pacific islands.  🎭 Behaviour: Bold, territorial and intelligent—known to rearrange decorations, guard its space fiercely, and can become aggressive toward other fish and inverts.  🍴 Diet: Carnivore—feeds on crustaceans, mollusks, urchins, small fish; the strong jaws and teeth of clown triggerfish crush har