Is my Melanurus ok?

[Charles2465]

I recently purchased a melanurus wrasse , his body and colour seems to be in good condition however he is keeping close to the bottom of the tank and occasionally resting on his stomach. He seems eager to eat and picks at the sand but if I try feeding he stops lies on his stomach and a few moments later after closing the lid swims erratically and then burrys himself in the sand. I'm going to try pop a cube of brine shrimp tomorrow through the cable hole to prevent spooking him. He came out the sand this morning and went back into the sand at 1 pm.
All the water parameters are fine and I make sure not too keep the light on too late.
Is he super stressed or acclimating?

Any help will be appreciated

Regards
Charles

 

[Tchung23]

I believe that is normal for a wrasse when introduced to a new tank

 

[Charles2465]

Thanks

I believe that is normal for a wrasse when introduced to a new tank

He does seem to be swimming for longer periods and resting less so atleast he is improving.