Question about new Fish

[CCWS]

Hey guys just bought a nice size metallic fox face. He looked really healthy in the store. Now in my Qt(which is only 20 gal) he looks stressed and is breathing fast. Do you think this is just stress? Flukes?https://vimeo.com/199601363


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[VanJuKy]

Looks like a new Fox Face to me. They always look like that when they are spooked. One of the funniest fish in the trade. Turn the lights out and leave him alone for the night. Recheck in the am.

 

[CCWS]

Thanks! I've never had one.


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[pisanoal]

No help, but nice looking fish!

 

[Deinonych]

Looks like a new Fox Face to me. They always look like that when they are spooked. One of the funniest fish in the trade. Turn the lights out and leave him alone for the night. Recheck in the am.

This. He's stressed out from being in a new environment. Giving him time to settle in without a lot of movement around the tank will help him acclimate tremendously.

 

[scooter31707]

When you say healthy in the fish store, did you see him eat before purchasing? I do agree also he probably is just stress from a new home.