New Xmas Wrasse

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by bulldogniner, Jun 24, 2010.

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  1. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    I know. I hate when fish hide. He might be eating pods in the tank. Some fish can go quite awhile without eating, so pretty much all you can do is hope he comes out soon and eats.

    Is he hiding in the sand all the time, or the rocks sometimes? If it's the rocks, you can try squirting food by him and hoping he will feel brave enough to grab a piece.
     
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  3. bulldogniner

    bulldogniner Feather Duster

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    Well, I finally see him, but not sure if he looks so good. He is hiding back in a cave and not moving much.
     
  4. bulldogniner

    bulldogniner Feather Duster

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    Looks like he's breathing kinda fast too. My other fish are doing fine.
     
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    bulldogniner Feather Duster

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    Looks like he might be dying dammit. If so, should I yank him out of the tank?
     
  6. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    No, just leave him alone. He might make it through. Just check on him periodically to see signs of breathing. Maybe try to spot feed him.
     
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  9. Pelado

    Pelado Montipora Digitata

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    Most fish incl. wrasses need a certain time period to adjust. He will come out after a couple of days, I am sure.
    Nice deal. Congrats!!