The **Cortez Angelfish** is a prominent species of angelfish native to the Eastern Pacific and Mexico. This angelfish is characterized by a dark black body adorned with yellow vertical stripes. In its juvenile stage, the **Cortez Angelfish** displays a striking jet black body with vibrant electric blue and yellow stripes.

The juvenile **Cortez Angelfish** is highly coveted for its vivid yellow and blue stripes against a black backdrop. Although the adult **Cortez Angelfish** loses some of its bright colors, it remains a stunning fish. With a potential growth of up to 18 inches, it is advisable to keep it in an aquarium of at least 180 gallons.

**Cortez Angelfish** can be territorial and aggressive, so it's best to house them as the sole angelfish unless you have a very large tank. They are not ideal for reef aquariums as they may nip at corals and clams. Some aquarists have successfully kept them in reef tanks, but it depends on the individual fish.

As omnivores, **Cortez Angelfish** require a balanced diet including Spirulina, mysis shrimp, sponges, and algae. With the right tank size and diet, the **Cortez Angelfish** can be a fantastic addition to your aquarium.

• Maximum Size: 18 inches
• Tank Requirement: 180 Gallons
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Color: Black, Blue, Yellow
• Diet: Omnivorous
• Natural Habitat: Eastern Pacific, Mexico
• Reef Suitability: Cautiously Compatible
• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Water Parameters: 74-82?F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
• Alternate Names: Cortez Angelfish

Size Categories: Tiny: Up to 2", Small: Over 2-2.5", Small/Medium: Over 2.5-3.5", Medium: Over 3.5-4.5", Medium/Large: Over 4.5-5.5", Large: Over 5.5-6.5", Extra Large: Over 6.5-7.5", Extra Extra Large: Over 7.5-8.5", Show Size: Over 8.5-10.5", Jumbo: Over 10.5"