Queen Angelfish
Holacanthus ciliaris
Sighting evidence at El Farito, Isla Mujeres
Photo: Phil Garner · © all rights reserved
Queen angelfish are among the most visually striking residents of El Farito, patrolling fixed territories among the gorgonians and grazing on sponges that cover the pinnacle's flanks. Pairs are typically seen together and exhibit strong site fidelity, making them reliable subjects for underwater photography. Their brilliant blue and yellow colouration intensifies in the clear Caribbean water that characterises this sheltered site.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Queen Angelfish is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.