How big is the Cortez angelfish?

Cortez angelfish (Pomacanthus zonipectus) reaches 25–46 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Cortez angelfish?

Cortez angelfish is found between 5–35 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Cortez angelfish?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Cortez angelfish?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Cortez angelfish (Pomacanthus zonipectus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Pomacanthus zonipectus
Common name: Cortez angelfish
Category: Fish
Family: Pomacanthidae
Genus: Pomacanthus
Size: 25–46 cm
Depth: 5–35 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky-reef, coral-reef
Behaviours: solitary, pair
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Pomacanthus zonipectus reaches 46 cm. Large Eastern Pacific angelfish with dark blue-gray body crossed by alternating golden-yellow and silver-white thinner vertical bands, yellow tail. Spectacular juveniles black with 4 highly contrasting electric blue and yellow vertical bands. Lives from 5 to 35 m on rocky and coral reefs from Gulf of California to Peru. Opportunistic omnivore. Iconic photo subject of Sea of Cortez and Pacific Mexico dives.

Photo of Cortez angelfish

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Cortez angelfish?: Cortez angelfish (Pomacanthus zonipectus) reaches 25–46 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Cortez angelfish?: Cortez angelfish is found between 5–35 m deep.
Is the Cortez angelfish dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Cortez angelfish?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Cortez angelfish?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the genus Pomacanthus

Other species in the family Pomacanthidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 276028)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2396396)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia