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Balistidae

By Wetland and Aquatic Research Center

Family Balistidae, which consists of the triggerfishes, are found in tropical and subtropical oceans and live near coral and rocky substrates. Some species within the Family are popular aquarium fishes.

Non-native Fish Species from Family Balistidae Found in Florida Waters
Genus and Species Common Name Continent of Origin Population Status Florida Record
Balistoides conspicillum clown triggerfish Indo-Pacific Unknown Collection Info
Odonus niger red-toothed triggerfish Indo-Pacific Eradicated Collection Info
Rhinecanthus aculeatus lagoon triggerfish Indo-Pacific Eradicated/Failed Collection Info
Rhinecanthus verrucosus bursa triggerfish Indo-Pacific Failed Collection Info