🐠 Cortez Angelfish (Pomacanthus zonipectus)
Marine Angelfish • Coral Reef Grazer • Eastern Pacific Species • Show Fish
 
📋 The Cortez Angelfish (Pomacanthus zonipectus) is a striking Eastern Pacific species known for its vivid blue and yellow body bands, marbled scales, and a bold black mask that defines its face. Juveniles display a dramatic pattern of concentric blue and white rings that transition beautifully into the mature coloration.
Found in rocky reefs and coral slopes from Mexico to the Galápagos, this species is hardy and adaptable, thriving in warmer tropical systems. With time, the Cortez Angelfish develops a confident personality and often becomes the dominant centerpiece in large aquariums.
Given ample space and a diet including marine sponges, algae, and tunicates, this angelfish exhibits long-term health and brilliant coloration under aquarium lighting.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Vivid Blue & Yellow Pattern: Distinctive stripes and facial mask
⚪ Juvenile Ring Phase: Unique juvenile-to-adult transformation
📏 Large Display Fish: Reaches up to 18 inches in maturity
✅ Hardy & Adaptable: Strong species for experienced aquarists
🐠 Iconic Eastern Pacific Angelfish: Native to the Gulf of California