Lethargic Bleeny!!??

[jawa]

I have an algae bleeny that is relatively new (about 3 weeks) to my 55 gal reef set up. She's been doing great after settling into her new environment; eats often, and is very inquisitive. She'll watch you as you go around the tank, and follow you.

But today I noticed that she was just sitting on a rock, and not moving around as much as usual. I have seen her nibble a bit at the back of the tank. Should I been concerned? And if so, what could be causing this new behavior?

 

[rlcline76]

Might not be much of anything going on.
Still eating?
Any signs of illness?
Water parameters?

 

[jawa]

My water parameters are near perfect, and have been for some time. I check it normally and add buffer to keep the Ph @ 8.3 and Cal around 400. Zero Ammonia etc.... - I don't see any spotting or anything, and I have seen her eat this afternoon? What do you think?

 

[rlcline76]

Personally, I would not worry too much unless I noticed weight loss or signs of a pathogen ( heavy breathing, no eating, etc). Make sure that it has the food it needs and just observe.

 

[spoon671]

What if you notice weight loss, deep breathing and little/no eating? I am having an issue with my Six Line Wrasse. She hasn't been her exhuberant self within the past few days. She's also the only fish in the tank. *sadface*