Author: (Rüppell, 1836)
FBname: Red-toothed triggerfish
Comments: Inhabits reef channels or along slopes that are subject to strong currents (Ref. 48637).  Occur in current-swept seaward coral reefs.  Usually form aggregations and feed on zooplankton as well as sponges (Ref. 9770).  Juveniles associated with isolated patches of rubble or crevices with proper-sized shelter holes (Ref. 1602).  Oviparous (Ref. 205).  Form large schools to feed on zooplankton (Ref. 48637).  Also taken by drive-in nets (Ref. 9770).  Marketed fresh or dried-salted.  Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 30874.  Popular aquarium fish (Ref. 37816).