Description
Overview:
The Bursa Trigger is a small, colorful marine fish known for its vibrant markings, including bold blue, yellow, and orange patterns on a grayish body. Its compact size and active swimming make it a lively and eye-catching addition to reef aquariums.
Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found in shallow coral reefs and lagoons from East Africa to the central Pacific.
Feeding:
Omnivorous – enjoys a diet of meaty foods such as shrimp, small fish, crustaceans, and high-quality marine pellets, supplemented with occasional algae-based foods for optimal health and coloration.
Tank Mates:
Suitable for peaceful to moderately semi-aggressive tank mates. Avoid very small or delicate species, as the Bursa Trigger can display territorial behavior.
Aggression:
Moderately territorial – generally peaceful in larger tanks but may defend its space in smaller aquariums.
Experience Level:
Intermediate aquarists – thrives in a mature, stable reef aquarium with good water quality and adequate hiding spots.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 74–79°F (23–26°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.020–1.025
- Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
The Bursa Trigger is a vibrant, manageable triggerfish, ideal for reef or mixed-species marine setups where a colorful, active species is desired.
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.

