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TRDrop a ⚠️ if you’ve ever had a close call with a triggerfish…
there’s a reason behind this behaviour
🐟 Titan Triggerfish are notoriously territorial, especially during nesting season.
They don’t attack for fun — they’re protecting their eggs buried in the sand.
🔺 What most divers don’t know:
Triggerfish defend their nests in a cone-shaped zone that extends vertically above, not just horizontally around, the nest.
🧠 How to avoid a bite:
• Don’t swim above a triggerfish — exit the zone sideways, not upward
• Give them space, especially in known nesting areas
• Stay calm and maintain awareness — they normally give warning signs before striking
This isn’t about fear — it’s about respecting marine life boundaries and understanding behavior before it becomes a problem.
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Video by: Tiktok: DIVEwithNicki&Jason (@dive.with.nicki_jason)
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