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The Bursa Triggerfish, also known as the Blackbelly Trigger or Picasso Trigger (V-pattern variant), is a robust and intelligent addition to the aggressive marine display. Featuring a tan body with a distinctive dark patch on its abdomen and a striking "V" marking near the tail, this species is a centerpiece of character. In the "Answering Machine" era of saltwater husbandry, the Bursa Trigger is celebrated for its interactive personality—often recognizing its owner and displaying high levels of curiosity.
This is a powerful swimmer and an opportunistic predator. While it is incredibly hardy, its "rock-moving" tendencies and appetite for invertebrates make it a species best suited for a dedicated predator tank or a fish-only-with-live-rock (FOWLR) system. It requires a spacious environment with plenty of filtration to handle its high metabolism.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
Quick Specs
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: No
Max Size: 10 Inches
Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F, dKH 8 to 12, pH 8.1 to 8.4, sg 1.020 to 1.025
Husbandry Notes The Bursa Trigger requires a diet rich in meaty foods to maintain its health and dental structure. Feed a variety of hard-shelled shrimp, krill, clams, and squid to help wear down its ever-growing teeth. They are notorious for rearranging aquarium décor and may bite at heaters or airline tubing, so ensure all equipment is well-secured or hidden behind rockwork. Due to their territorial nature, they should be housed with other large, aggressive species like large Tangs, Eels, or Groupers.
Expert Shipping & Logistics We’ve dialed in the logistics for national Overnight Delivery to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures throughout the journey. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
The Bursa Triggerfish, also known as the Blackbelly Trigger or Picasso Trigger (V-pattern variant), is a robust and intelligent addition to the aggressive marine display. Featuring a tan body with a distinctive dark patch on its abdomen and a striking "V" marking near the tail, this species is a centerpiece of character. In the "Answering Machine" era of saltwater husbandry, the Bursa Trigger is celebrated for its interactive personality—often recognizing its owner and displaying high levels of curiosity.
This is a powerful swimmer and an opportunistic predator. While it is incredibly hardy, its "rock-moving" tendencies and appetite for invertebrates make it a species best suited for a dedicated predator tank or a fish-only-with-live-rock (FOWLR) system. It requires a spacious environment with plenty of filtration to handle its high metabolism.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
Quick Specs
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: No
Max Size: 10 Inches
Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F, dKH 8 to 12, pH 8.1 to 8.4, sg 1.020 to 1.025
Husbandry Notes The Bursa Trigger requires a diet rich in meaty foods to maintain its health and dental structure. Feed a variety of hard-shelled shrimp, krill, clams, and squid to help wear down its ever-growing teeth. They are notorious for rearranging aquarium décor and may bite at heaters or airline tubing, so ensure all equipment is well-secured or hidden behind rockwork. Due to their territorial nature, they should be housed with other large, aggressive species like large Tangs, Eels, or Groupers.
Expert Shipping & Logistics We’ve dialed in the logistics for national Overnight Delivery to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures throughout the journey. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
