Balistapus [Balistapus]
Description
Balistapus triggerfish are commonly seen near reefs, where they forage close to the bottom and among coral structures. With their strong jaws and distinctive shape, they can look surprisingly purposeful as they investigate the seafloor for small prey.
Species
Orange-lined Triggerfish
Balistapus undulatus
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
|
| Order |
Pufferfish & relatives
Tetraodontiformes
|
| Family |
Triggerfishes
Balistidae
|
Statistics
- Species 1