What is the hawaiian fish?

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa (Rhinecanthus rectangulus) is a species of triggerfish found in the central and western Pacific Ocean, including Hawaii. It is the state fish of Hawaii and is also known as the reef triggerfish, Picasso triggerfish, or Hawaiian Picasso triggerfish.

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa is a small fish, typically growing to a length of around 12 inches. It has a distinctive appearance, with a brown or olive green body covered in blue spots and lines. Its pectoral fins are yellow, and its tail fin is black with a white margin.

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa is a carnivorous fish, feeding on a variety of invertebrates, including mollusks, crustaceans, and echinoderms. It is also known to feed on algae and other plant matter.

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa is a territorial fish, and will defend its territory aggressively against other fish. It is also known to be poisonous, and its flesh can cause ciguatera poisoning if consumed.

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa is a popular aquarium fish, and is often kept in marine aquariums. It is a relatively hardy fish, and is adaptable to a variety of aquarium conditions. However, it is important to provide the humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa with a large aquarium, as it is a very active fish.

The humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa is a beautiful and interesting fish, and is a popular choice for aquarists of all levels.