About Pseudobalistes naufragium (Jordan & Starks, 1895)
Scientific Name and Size
The stone triggerfish, scientifically named Pseudobalistes naufragium (Jordan & Starks, 1895), can grow up to 1 metre (3.3 ft) in length, though most individuals are around half this size.
Body Scales
Its body is entirely covered in platelike scales, with the only exception being a scaleless patch located behind its jaws.
Dentition
This species has 16 strong, protruding teeth, with 8 teeth in each jaw.
Habitat and Distribution
The stone triggerfish inhabits reefs and sandy-bottomed areas in the eastern Pacific Ocean, and its range extends from Baja California, Mexico, down to Chile.
