{"product_id":"rectangulus-triggerfish","title":"Rectangulus Triggerfish","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRectangulus Triggerfish: The Aggressive Icon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRectangulus Triggerfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Rhinecanthus rectangulus), also known as the Wedge-Tail Triggerfish, Reef Triggerfish, or Humu Humu Triggerfish (the State Fish of Hawaiʻi), is famous for its vibrant, complex pattern and highly territorial behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is easily identified by its brown to orange upper body, white belly, and bold black markings, including a distinctive black stripe from the eye to the anal fin and a black, \u003cstrong\u003ewedge-shaped mark\u003c\/strong\u003e at the base of the tail (caudal peduncle). Growing up to \u003cstrong\u003e10-12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in length, the \u003cstrong\u003eRectangulus Triggerfish\u003c\/strong\u003e requires a minimum aquarium size of \u003cstrong\u003e120-180 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e to accommodate its active swimming and aggressive temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most aggressive genera (Rhinecanthus), this fish should only be kept in a \u003cstrong\u003eFOWLR\u003c\/strong\u003e (Fish-Only With Live Rock) system with other large, aggressive tankmates. It is known to rearrange rockwork, and owners must use caution as this fish can inflict a painful bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e This trigger is a voracious \u003cstrong\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/strong\u003e that feeds on nearly all reef invertebrates in the wild, including sea urchins, mollusks, crustaceans, and worms. In the aquarium, it must be fed a varied, high-protein diet of meaty foods like clam, shrimp, squid, and krill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeeth Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eessential\u003c\/strong\u003e to regularly provide \u003cstrong\u003ehard-shelled, meaty foods\u003c\/strong\u003e (such as whole clams or cockles) to prevent its strong, crushing teeth from overgrowing, which can lead to feeding difficulties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eNot Reef Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e. This species will actively hunt and destroy all ornamental invertebrates (shrimp, crabs, snails, clams, urchins, etc.) and is likely to damage corals, making it unsuitable for a typical reef tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eAggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e and highly territorial. It should be kept singly and is often aggressive towards other triggers. Tankmates should be limited to large, robust, and equally aggressive species. Owners should exercise caution when performing tank maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhinecanthus rectangulus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Common Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangulus Triggerfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wedge-Tail Triggerfish, Reef Triggerfish, Humu Humu Triggerfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific (including Hawaii)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive (One of the most aggressive triggers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore (Requires hard-shelled food)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-180+ Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SLA","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-2\")","offer_id":67705405866204,"sku":"yem1791986458634","price":25.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (2-3\")","offer_id":67705405898972,"sku":"plb1791986458635","price":32.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (3-5\")","offer_id":67705405931740,"sku":"hvv1791986458636","price":64.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/1422\/1020\/files\/rectangulus-triggerfish_1.webp?v=1791986466","url":"https:\/\/calmhemwear.shop\/products\/rectangulus-triggerfish","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}