Ocean Triggerfish

DE Ocean Triggerfish Fishing Guide

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The Ocean Triggerfish has a longer body with longer second dorsal and anal fin than the grey triggerfish. Body color is a brownish-gray and lighter below. They often have a black spot on the base of the fin located right behind the gill plate.

Diet: a wide range of large zooplankton which often includes larvae (very young) fishes, squids, shrimps, and jellyfish

Habitat & Range

Ocean Triggerfish prefer open-water often near floating objects and swimming far above artificial reefs and wrecks in 35 to 100 feet of water. They feed on a wide range of large zooplankton which often includes larvae (very young) fishes, squids, shrimps, and jellyfish.

Where to Fishing

Atlantic Ocean

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing Tips

Besides fishing over man-made artificial reefs, many anglers now investigate any floating structure or debris to find Ocean Triggerfish . A small hook on a dropper loop with a light weight, baited with small pieces of clam, shrimp, or squid is often used.

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