Triggerfish Fishing in Ireland
Saltwater
Irish Name:
Iasc Truicir
Iasc Truicir
Scientific Name:
Balistes capriscus
Balistes capriscus
Description
A distinctive tropical visitor to Irish waters, becoming more common due to warming seas. Named for the trigger mechanism of their dorsal spine.
Identification
Deep oval-shaped body, large eyes set high on head, distinctive dorsal spine trigger mechanism, grey-blue coloration with irregular markings.
Species Information
- Category Sea
- Habitat Saltwater
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
1.474 kg
(3.25 lbs)