Statements (56)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fish
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
Adapted to reef environments
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| gptkbp:behavior |
Aggressive when threatened
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| gptkbp:body_style |
Laterally compressed
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| gptkbp:breeding_season |
Forms pairs during breeding season
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| gptkbp:color |
Different from adults
Black with yellow markings Black with bright yellow spots Dark blue to black body Different populations may vary in color |
| gptkbp:common_name |
gptkb:Black_Triggerfish
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| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
Protected in some regions
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
Not currently endangered |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Symbol of marine biodiversity
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| gptkbp:diet |
gptkb:product
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| gptkbp:distribution |
Tropical and subtropical oceans
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| gptkbp:ecological_role |
Herbivore in reef ecosystems
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| gptkbp:egg_color |
In nests on the seabed
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
Maintains algae balance on reefs
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| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Balistidae
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| gptkbp:fins |
Long dorsal fin
Dorsal fin with spines |
| gptkbp:fishing_regulations |
Overfishing in some areas
Spearfishing and netting |
| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
Grazing on algae
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| gptkbp:habitat |
gptkb:Coral_reefs
Up to 50 meters Prefers shallow waters near reefs |
| gptkbp:has_skin |
Solid black with yellow accents
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Black Triggerfish
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| gptkbp:interacts_with |
Can be aggressive towards divers
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| gptkbp:larval_stage |
Pelagic larvae
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| gptkbp:length |
60 cm
|
| gptkbp:lifespan |
Up to 10 years
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| gptkbp:local_names |
Various regional names
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| gptkbp:migration |
Non-migratory
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| gptkbp:nesting |
Spring to summer
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| gptkbp:predators |
Larger fish and sharks
Sharks and larger fish |
| gptkbp:range |
Western Atlantic Ocean
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| gptkbp:related_species |
Other triggerfish species
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| gptkbp:reproduction |
Oviparous
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| gptkbp:research_focus |
Studied for ecological roles
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| gptkbp:scientific_name |
gptkb:Balistes_vetula
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| gptkbp:size |
Around 30 cm
|
| gptkbp:social_structure |
Solitary or in pairs
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| gptkbp:species |
Limited due to size
May coexist with other reef fish. |
| gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships |
Cleaner fish
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| gptkbp:territorial_behavior |
Defends territory aggressively
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| gptkbp:threats |
Habitat loss
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| gptkbp:traded_on |
Popular in the aquarium trade
Requires large tanks and specific conditions |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Black_Bart_Roberts
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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