Purple Tang swimming in Circles

[yankee26th]

Hello to all ---

I have a Purple Tang that I purchased about 2 weeks ago. It was hiding in the rocks for several days before it decided to come out, which I know is normal.

Lately, for the past 3 days, it swims in tight circles near the surface. Is this something I should be concerned about?

The only other Tang I have in my reef system is a Sailfin Tang, which I have had for about 2 years.

Thank you for your help

 

[yankee26th]

Ttt

 

[Recty]

Size of tank? Other inhabitants? Where did the tang come from?

It could be something to worry about or it might not be, it depends on other factors.

 

[yankee26th]

Tank is a 180 gallon Reef Tank. The other fish are a Sailfin Tang, Coral Beauty, Flame Angel, and a File fish. The Purple Tang came from the Red Sea.

Thanks

 

[Recty]

Not sure if it's being harassed or not by your sailfin? It is possible, which can make the tang stay near the top and avoid the rock and everything else.

I normally see that behavior of staying near the top when a fish is being harassed. Got a video maybe you could post of it?

 

[skyline377]

I just notice my Carpenter's Wrasse does the same thing not sure if it's my potter's angel that is harrassing