Cortez Angelfish – Pomacanthus zonipectus
Species Name: Pomacanthus zonipectus
Synonyms:
Common Names: Cortez Angelfish
Family: Pomacanthidae
Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)
Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)
Max.Size: 18.1 inches / 46cm
Environment: Reef
Origin: Tropical East Pacific
Temperament: Semi Aggressive
Company: Juveniles should not be housed with other members of the Genus. Only one specimen should be kept per tank.
Aquarium Setup: 180gal should be considered minumum aquarium size for keeping Cortez Angelfish. Cortez Angelfish is not a reef safe fish. Plenty of live rock with lots of hiding spaces should be provided.
Food: Should be offered meaty foods. Also special angelfish blend should be offered occasionally.
Breeding: Cortez Angelfish has not been captive bred
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