{"product_id":"blue-throat-triggerfish-xanthichthys-auromarginatus","title":"Blue Throat Triggerfish – Xanthichthys auromarginatus","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"buildify\" class=\"buildify buildify-1370011762773\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-hwaifjo buildify-section-boxed buildify-section-height-default buildify-section-height-default buildify-section buildify-top-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-container buildify-column-gap-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-sgneldl buildify-column buildify-col-100 buildify-top-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-column-wrap buildify-element-populated\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-widget-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-kfhomcl buildify-widget buildify-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-text-editor buildify-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bdftmpwrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ee0000;\"\u003eQuarantine and Conditioning Started on 9\/18 - Release Date: 10\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIf you wish to purchase this fish before the release date we will hold the fish for you. Let us know your desired ship date. If there is an issue during the Quarantine process, we will issue a refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"1160\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eBlue Throat Triggerfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, scientifically known as \u003cem data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eXanthichthys auromarginatus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Bennett, 1832), is an attractive Indo-Pacific triggerfish also known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eBluechin Triggerfish, Bluejaw Triggerfish,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eGilded Triggerfish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike many triggerfish that forage heavily on bottom-dwelling prey, this species naturally spends considerable time above the reef feeding on zooplankton.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eBlue Throat Triggerfish have a bluish-gray to gray-brown body covered with numerous small pale spots. Mature males are distinguished by a conspicuous blue patch on the chin and lower cheek along with yellow margins on the fins. Females lack the male's blue throat and yellow fin margins. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1445\" data-content-reference-end=\"1477\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eThe species has a broad \u003cstrong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eIndo-Pacific distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e, occurring from Mauritius eastward through northern Australia to the Hawaiian and Society Islands and north to southern Japan. In nature, it occurs along current-swept seaward reef drop-offs and ledges, often forming loose groups above the bottom. Its natural diet consists largely of zooplankton, particularly copepods. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1854\" data-content-reference-end=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eCompared with many other triggerfish, \u003cem data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eXanthichthys auromarginatus\u003c\/em\u003e is generally a better candidate for a reef aquarium. However, it should still be classified as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003ereef compatible with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly where small ornamental crustaceans are concerned. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2150\" data-content-reference-end=\"2169\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eThis is one of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eDr. Mac's Quarantined and Conditioned Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our wild-collected saltwater fish are observed, conditioned, quarantined, and treated before being offered for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16pqs5l\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003eXanthichthys auromarginatus\u003c\/em\u003e (Bennett, 1832)\u003cbr data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Throat Triggerfish, Bluechin Triggerfish, Bluejaw Triggerfish, Gilded Triggerfish\u003cbr data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balistidae\u003cbr data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Collected – Conditioned \u0026amp; Quarantined\u003cbr data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive; relatively peaceful for a triggerfish\u003cbr data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef compatible with caution\u003cbr data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003e125 gallons recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e for long-term care\u003cbr data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2912\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003e11.8 inches (30 cm) total length\u003c\/strong\u003e recorded in the wild \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2940\" data-content-reference-end=\"2959\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planktivore\/carnivore\u003cbr data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3061\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–81°F\u003cbr data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026\u003cbr data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3108\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a spacious aquarium with substantial open swimming room along with secure rockwork and sheltered areas. Because this species naturally inhabits current-swept reef areas and swims in open water, good circulation and oxygenation are beneficial. A tightly fitted cover is also advisable for active marine fishes. A 125-gallon aquarium is a commonly recommended minimum for this species. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3497\" data-content-reference-end=\"3530\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3601\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Throat Triggerfish are considerably less aggressive than many other triggerfish but can still be assertive. They are generally best housed with appropriately sized marine fishes rather than very small or timid tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"4144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"3852\"\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3853\" data-end=\"3886\"\u003eReef compatible with caution.\u003c\/strong\u003e Their natural zooplankton-feeding behavior makes them less prone to damaging corals than many triggerfish. Corals are generally left alone, but small ornamental shrimp, crabs, and other crustaceans may still be at risk. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"4054\" data-content-reference-end=\"4087\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4167\"\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild, Blue Throat Triggerfish feed primarily on \u003cstrong data-start=\"4223\" data-end=\"4261\"\u003ezooplankton, particularly copepods\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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