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Pinktail Triggerfish

Melichthys vidua

Taxonomy

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

About

The pinktail triggerfish, Melichthys vidua, is a species of triggerfish from reefs in the Indo-Pacific. It is very dark green (often appears almost black) with translucent whitish-pink dorsal and tail fins. They can grow up to 40 centimetres (16 in). It is also found in the aquarium trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

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