{"product_id":"bursa-triggerfish","title":"Bursa Triggerfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bursa Triggerfish, \u003cem\u003eSufflamen bursa\u003c\/em\u003e, is a distinctive saltwater fish recognized for its compact, powerful body, gray to brown coloration, pale underside, and characteristic curved marking behind the head that resembles a scythe or boomerang. A pale diagonal line extends behind the mouth, while subtle blue coloration around the eye adds contrast. Juveniles and subadults often display a yellowish-tan to green tone within the distinctive shoulder marking, which becomes more subdued as the fish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific, this species occurs from East Africa and the Indian Ocean eastward through northern Australia, Hawaii, the Marquesas, and Pitcairn Islands, extending north to southern Japan. It inhabits clear inner and outer reefs, including exposed reef flats and deeper seaward slopes. Intelligent, inquisitive, and increasingly territorial with maturity, the Bursa Triggerfish makes an engaging centerpiece for spacious fish-only and fish-only-with-live-rock aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSufflamen bursa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bursa Triggerfish requires a spacious marine aquarium with substantial open swimming room and sturdy rockwork. Adults can reach approximately 10 inches, and a 125-gallon or larger aquarium provides appropriate long-term territory for this active, territorial species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide large caves, overhangs, and secure crevices where the fish can retreat when resting or startled. Like other triggerfish, it can erect and lock its dorsal spine to wedge itself securely into reef structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockwork should be stable and firmly positioned because mature triggerfish may investigate, move, or overturn unsecured decorations. Leave adequate open space around the aquascape for swimming and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate to strong water movement, excellent oxygenation, and efficient filtration are recommended. Triggerfish are substantial feeders and can produce significant waste, making dependable biological filtration and regular maintenance especially important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bursa Triggerfish is an omnivore with an exceptionally varied natural diet. In the wild, it consumes crabs, mollusks, sea urchins, worms, tunicates, fish eggs, algae, detritus, and other reef-associated foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied captive diet including mysis shrimp, krill, chopped shrimp, clam, mussel, squid, and other quality marine seafood. High-quality triggerfish or carnivore pellets and balanced frozen marine blends can also be incorporated into the regular diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell-on shrimp, clam, and mussel provide useful enrichment and encourage natural chewing behavior. Some spirulina-based foods or marine algae can also be offered periodically to reflect the plant material present in its natural diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed once or twice daily, adjusting portions according to the fish's size, body condition, and overall aquarium stocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bursa Triggerfish is territorial and should be considered aggressive, particularly as it matures. While individuals vary, established adults may intimidate or attack smaller, timid, or similarly territorial fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable tankmates include appropriately sized tangs, larger angelfish, rabbitfish, robust wrasses, groupers, and other confident marine fish capable of coexisting with an assertive triggerfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse considerable caution when combining it with other triggerfish. Multiple territorial trigger species require substantially larger aquariums, multiple secure territories, and careful species selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall fish and delicate community species are generally poor choices for a mature Bursa Triggerfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bursa Triggerfish is \u003cstrong\u003enot considered reef safe\u003c\/strong\u003e. Although healthy corals may not always be its primary food source, its natural feeding behavior places a wide variety of reef invertebrates at risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrimp, crabs, hermit crabs, snails, clams, sea urchins, worms, and other crustaceans or mollusks may be hunted, crushed, or eaten. Sessile invertebrates can also be investigated or damaged during normal feeding and exploratory behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor predictable long-term housing, this species is best suited to a fish-only or fish-only-with-live-rock aquarium rather than a traditional reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable conditions are more important than chasing exact numbers. Maintain consistent temperature and salinity along with excellent oxygenation, efficient biological filtration, and dependable overall water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncreasing territoriality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults can become considerably more assertive and should be housed with appropriately robust tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvertebrate predator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrimp, crabs, snails, clams, urchins, worms, and similar reef animals may become prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful teeth and jaws:\u003c\/strong\u003e Include appropriately sized hard or shell-on marine foods as part of a varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure aquascaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockwork and decorations should be firmly positioned because triggerfish may investigate or rearrange unsecured objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy feeding and waste production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong filtration and consistent maintenance are important for maintaining water quality around a mature specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"T","offer_id":52422911361322,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaT","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"S","offer_id":52422911394090,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaS","price":50.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM","offer_id":52422911426858,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaSM","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M","offer_id":52422911459626,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaM","price":80.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ML","offer_id":52422911492394,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaML","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"L","offer_id":52422911525162,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaL","price":158.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52422911557930,"sku":"TRIGGERxBursaX","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/BursaTrigger_8d8c38b1-f267-4d7a-9a92-90f326ed3f99.png?v=1787946367","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/bursa-triggerfish","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}