🐠 Passer Angelfish (Holacanthus passer)
Marine Angelfish • Coral Reef Grazer • Eastern Pacific Species • Show Fish
 
📋 The Passer Angelfish (Holacanthus passer), also known as the King Angelfish, is one of the most vibrant Eastern Pacific species. Its deep royal-blue body, brilliant orange tail, and white vertical body bar make it an unmistakable show fish.
Juveniles feature electric-blue rings and striking contrast, transforming dramatically as they mature. In the wild, this species is found on rocky reefs and coral slopes, grazing on algae and sponges while acting as a cleaner fish for larger species.
Bold, intelligent, and hardy, the Passer Angelfish thrives in large aquariums with ample rockwork and open swimming space, where it becomes a dynamic centerpiece fish that displays dominance and curiosity.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Vivid Blue and Orange Contrast: Bright orange tail and white bar on blue body
⚪ Juvenile Transformation: Electric blue juvenile pattern shifts with maturity
📏 Large and Hardy: Excellent show species for experienced keepers
✅ Captive-Bred Availability: Sustainable aquaculture emerging
🐠 Eastern Pacific Icon: Endemic to tropical reefs of Mexico and the Galápagos