Humu Rectangle Triggerfish (Rhinecanthus rectangulus)

Quick Stats
Care Level: Easy | Temperament: Semi-aggressive | Color Form: Black, Blue, Orange, White, Yellow | Diet: Carnivore | Reef Compatible: No | Water Conditions: sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78??F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 | Max. Size: 1′ | Family: Balistidae | Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons | Compatibility: View Chart

Overview
Considered to be Hawaii’s state fish, the Humu Rectangle Triggerfish, also known as the Rectangular Triggerfish, Wedge-tailed Trigger, or the V-line Humuhumunukunukuapuaa, has a pearly white face and two blue and black stripes across the eyes. It is also recognized by the black V-pattern outlined in yellow that highlights the posterior section of the body.
The Humu Rectangle Triggerfish needs a 180 gallon or larger aquarium with rocks and caves. It may rearrange the landscaping and rocks. It vocalizes using a “grunting” sound.

The Humu Rectangle Triggerfish needs a varied diet of meaty foods including; squid, krill, clams, small fish and hard shelled shrimp to help wear down their ever growing teeth.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1″ to 2″; Medium: 2″ to 3-1/2″; Large: 3-1/2″ to 5″; X Large: 5″ to 6″; XX Large: 6″ to 8″