Triggerfish

Gray Triggerfish

Balistes capriscus

A popular reef fish found throughout the Gulf of America and South Atlantic. Gray Triggerfish are known for their tough skin, strong teeth, and ability to steal bait. They are challenging to hook but are outstanding table fare with firm, sweet, white flesh.

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Ocean Triggerfish

Canthidermis sufflamen

A pelagic triggerfish found near floating debris and structure in offshore waters. Ocean Triggerfish are larger than most triggerfish species and are commonly caught while trolling or chunking offshore.

Queen Triggerfish

Balistes vetula

A strikingly colorful triggerfish found on coral reefs in South Florida and the Caribbean. Queen Triggerfish have brilliant blue, green, and yellow markings and are excellent eating, though they are less commonly targeted than Gray Triggerfish.