Coquito Sergeant
NameCoquito Sergeant
Scientific NameStegastes rectifraenum
Common NamesCoquito Sergeant, Cortez Damselfish, Pacific Gregory
FamilyPomacentridae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, Gulf of California, Baja California
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Hawkfish, Larger Gobies, Some Wrasses, Other robust, semi-aggressive saltwater fish
Description
The Coquito Sergeant is a hardy damselfish native to the Eastern Pacific, recognized by its dark body and a distinctive yellow-orange vertical bar. It is known for its territorial nature, particularly towards other damselfish and similar-sized tankmates. This species primarily feeds on algae and small invertebrates.
