Clown Triggerfish

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:triggerfish
gptkb:Triggerfish
gptkbp:adaptation to avoid predators
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in pairs
territorial
gptkbp:body_style compressed body
unique to individuals
gptkbp:breeding_season year-round in tropical regions
gptkbp:color brightly colored
during stress
distinctive markings
attracts divers and snorkelers
during mating displays
blue, yellow, and black
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Clown_Triggerfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection initiatives
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine art
gptkbp:diet omnivore
gptkbp:distribution Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:ecological_role important in reef ecosystems
gptkbp:family gptkb:Balistidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal fin
gptkbp:fishing_regulations varies by region
overfishing concerns in some areas
gptkbp:foraging_behavior forages on the reef
gptkbp:genus Balistoides
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
1 to 30 meters
lagoon and reef environments
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Clown Triggerfish
gptkbp:larval_stage planktonic
gptkbp:length 30 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:local_names varies by region and culture
gptkbp:mimicry some mimic other species
gptkbp:monitors often featured in marine exhibits
gptkbp:predators larger fish
sharks and larger fish
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research ongoing studies on behavior and ecology
gptkbp:research_interest behavioral studies
gptkbp:species gptkb:Balistoides_conspicillum
not commonly farmed
gptkbp:speed powerful swimmers
curious but cautious
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with cleaner wrasses
gptkbp:tactics can be aggressive towards intruders
gptkbp:tank_mates should be chosen carefully
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends nesting area
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular among snorkelers and divers
gptkbp:traded_on popular
requires large tank
not suitable with small fish