Niger Trigger Sm/Md
The Niger Trigger (Odonus niger) is an easy to keep fish that is not reef safe. It needs a 180+ gallon aquarium when full grown. The aquarium should have lots of rock to hide in and plenty of space to swim around. The diet of this fish should contain meaty foods like squid, krill, clams, small fish, and hard shelled shrimp to help wear down their constantly growing teeth. Most Triggers develop some degree of aggressive behavior and should be kept with other boisterous fish that can compete for their share at feeding time. Will eat clams, ornamental crustaceans, small fish, snails, and more in a reef setting. Max size is around 12″. Shipping size Sm/Md 1″ – 2.5″.
* This fish requires a large box. Premium shipping fees will be displayed at checkout.
| Size | Max Adult Size | Acclimation Tank Size |
|---|---|---|
| Sm/Md | 12″ | 180+ gallons |
FAQ
What kind of tank setup is required for a Niger Trigger?
A 180+ gallon aquarium is required. The tank should have plenty of rock for hiding and open space for swimming.
What should I feed my Niger Trigger?
Meaty foods such as squid, krill, clams, small fish, and hard-shelled shrimp are recommended to help wear down their continuously growing teeth.
Is the Niger Trigger safe to keep with reef inhabitants?
No, the Niger Trigger is not reef safe and will eat ornamental crustaceans, snails, and small fish.
Bernadette Bond –
Got my Niger Trigger Sm/Md and it’s been thriving in a 200-gallon tank. The fish is active and eats regularly. I feed it squid and krill twice a week. It’s not shy and enjoys the open space. Only issue is it gets aggressive during feeding, so I keep it with other active fish.
Frank Randall –
The fish arrived healthy and fits well in our large tank. We provide meaty foods daily and it’s grown steadily. It’s not reef-safe, which we were aware of. The shipping box was large, as expected.
Ian Lawrence –
It’s a bit aggressive at feeding time. We have to keep it with other bold fish. The tank needs to be big, and we’re happy with the size. Feeding it clams and shrimp keeps it content.