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