Balistes species

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:genus
gptkbp:adaptation strong teeth for grazing
gptkbp:behavior territorial
gptkbp:belongs_to gptkb:family_Balistidae
gptkbp:body_style compressed body
gptkbp:color varies by species
can change color when threatened
bright colors and patterns
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:triggerfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts public awareness campaigns
marine protected areas
sustainable fishing practices
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine aquariums
gptkbp:defense_mechanism powerful jaws
gptkbp:diet herbivorous
gptkbp:distribution tropical and subtropical oceans
gptkbp:fins dorsal and anal fins
gptkbp:fishing_regulations spearfishing
gptkbp:fossil_record extensive fossil record
gptkbp:fuel_capacity difficult to breed in captivity
minimum tank size of 100 gallons
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Balistes species
gptkbp:is_decorated_with requires hiding spots
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:lighting prefers bright lighting
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:Balistes_vetula
gptkb:Balistes_polylepis
gptkb:Ostracion
gptkb:Balistes_carolinensis
gptkb:Balistes_capriscus
gptkb:Pseudobalistes
Canthidermis
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest behavioral studies
gptkbp:size up to 60 cm
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:species not commonly farmed
modified gills
gptkbp:speed powerful swimmers
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships cleaner fish
gptkbp:threats climate change
pollution
habitat loss
overfishing
gptkbp:traded_on requires large tanks
requires specific water conditions
can be aggressive towards tank mates
not suitable for community tanks
varied diet in captivity
can damage live plants
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tetraodontiformes
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4