🌿Native Nature

Grey Triggerfish

Balistes capriscus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Tetraodontiformes ›Family: Balistidae ›Genus: Balistes

About

The grey triggerfish (Balistes capriscus) is a ray-finned fish in the triggerfish family. The species is native to shallow parts of the western Atlantic from Nova Scotia to Argentina and also the eastern Atlantic, the Mediterranean Sea and off Angola on the west coast of Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Grey Triggerfish?
The scientific name of Grey Triggerfish is Balistes capriscus.
What kingdom does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the order Tetraodontiformes.
What family does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the family Balistidae.
What genus does Grey Triggerfish belong to?
Grey Triggerfish belongs to the genus Balistes.