Odonus niger
| Common Names: | Black Triggerfish Niger Trigger Redtooth Trigger |
| Synonyms: | Xenodon niger |
| Family: | Balistidae |
| Category: | Tetradontiforms |
| Distribution: | Indo Pacific; Throughout Micronesia, also Great Barrier Reef. |
| Main Ecosystem: | Reef; Reef |
| Temperament: | Territorial; Establishes a territory, but does not protect overly agressively. One of the most peaceful triggers, able to live with members of same species in very large systems. |
| Diet: | Carnivore; Carnivore |
| Care: | Eats only frozen shrimp and bloodworms, other frozen meats are also satisfactory As a territory is preferred, make sure some type of shelter is provided. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 50cm (19.7") Female: 50cm (19.7") |
| Water Region: | All; All |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | Unknown. |
| Breeding: | Unknown. |
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| Main Colours: | Blue |
| Markings: | No Markings |
| Mouth: | Normal |
| Tail: | Concave |
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