Blue Jigsaw Triggerfish
A large triggerfish, the juvenile covered in intricate electric blue jigsaw patterning over yellow-brown. Impressive, and enormous at maturity.
Feeding
Carnivorous with hard-shelled prey. Whole prawn, mussel, clam, krill and squid.
Compatibility
Not reef safe and aggressive toward tankmates, increasingly so with size. Best kept alone in a very large system.
Behaviour and personality
A powerful excavator that moves rock and sand constantly. Juveniles are patterned in blue jigsaw lines that fade to a plainer adult.
Before you buy
| Key Points |
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| Reaches over 50 cm in length |
| One of the most destructive fish in the trade |
| Will rearrange rockwork, break equipment, and attack tankmates |
| Juvenile blue jigsaw pattern fades with age |
FAQ
What does the Blue Jigsaw Triggerfish eat?
It is carnivorous and feeds on hard-shelled prey such as whole prawns, mussels, clams, krill, and squid.
Is this fish safe for a reef tank?
No, it is not reef safe and is aggressive toward other fish, especially as it grows larger.
How does the appearance change as the fish matures?
Juveniles have intricate electric blue jigsaw patterning over yellow-brown. The pattern fades as the fish matures into a plainer adult form.
Emily Davidson –
Bought this for my large tank, but it’s been aggressive and has damaged several rock formations. The juvenile pattern is beautiful, but it’s not suitable for a community tank. I now keep it alone in a spacious setup.
Warren Young –
The fish looks stunning when young, but after a few months, the pattern faded. It’s very active and constantly digs into the sand and rocks. Not recommended for beginners or small tanks.
William Hodges –
Only kept it in a very large tank with no other fish. It’s powerful and destructive, but the initial blue jigsaw pattern was impressive. Requires a lot of space and careful setup.