The body is a very dark green—often appearing nearly black—with translucent, whitish–pink tail and dorsal fins, and yellowish pectoral fins
The common name highlights the distinctive pink tail that makes this triggerfish visually appealing
Adult Pinktail Triggerfish reach around 15 inches (≈40 cm) in length
They can live for 10+ years with good care
Native to the Indo-Pacific region, including Hawaii, Polynesia, Micronesia, the Philippines, the East Indies, and the Great Barrier Reef
In the wild, they inhabit shallow reef areas, often seen in loose groups, and can be found within depths of up to 187 feet (~57 m)
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