Fin's Fish Guide
The Boomerang triggerfish (Sufflamen bursa) is a saltwater fish of the family Balistidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The boomerang triggerfish is a triggerfish from the Indo-Pacific, from East Africa to Hawaii and the Tuamotu Islands. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a brown body with two yellow to orange, scythe- or boomerang-shaped bands behind the eye, from which it takes its name. Like all triggerfishes it can lock the first dorsal spine upright. It lives on coral and rocky reefs and eats bottom invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Boomerang triggerfish?
The Boomerang triggerfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Boomerang-shaped bars behind the eye; locking dorsal fin spine
Where does the Boomerang triggerfish live?
The Boomerang triggerfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Boomerang triggerfish get?
The Boomerang triggerfish grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Boomerang triggerfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Boomerang triggerfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Boomerang triggerfish edible?
The Boomerang triggerfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Sufflamen
More from the family Balistidae
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