New Royal Dootyback getting picked on

[Calebb8133]

This is not a major issue because he is hiding in a very safe place but I would like to get him out and feeling safe tomorrow!! So I have a flame angel neon damsel and two clowns. I just introduced think this evening and he hid as soon as I put him in I left for about 15 mins and my mom said all the fish were picking on him and cornered him. I stopped them and eventually decided to try and catch him. I have a 72 gallon bowfront and eventually realized he is 20 times faster than me so I stopped and did some research. People say to catch the one who is causing the problem, maily the flame because he owns the tank right now. So I tried chatching him and putting him in a net breeder kinda thing once again... to smart for me. I didn't change around the rocks or shut off the light because I am adding a few bigger fish in about a week so didn't want to have to rearrange it twice! So yeah basically want advice on how to catch them or what I can do! I have the ability to set up a QT tank if nessasary! Who should I QT the flame and neon the the flame only (who is the main problem), should I let them work it out? Thx, Caleb

 

[4FordFamily]

They will probably work it out. The damsel is more likely to be problematic long-term than the flame angel.

 

[Calebb8133]

They will probably work it out. The damsel is more likely to be problematic long-term than the flame angel.

This morning he is still in the spot hiding will he eventually come out or should I move the rock to get him out

 

[4FordFamily]

This morning he is still in the spot hiding will he eventually come out or should I move the rock to get him out

Never disturb a fish unless it’s mission critical. It will just stress it out further. I’d leave it be if he can hide and avoid being injured, things will likely improve.

 

[Calebb8133]

Never disturb a fish unless it’s mission critical. It will just stress it out further. I’d leave it be if he can hide and avoid being injured, things will likely improve.

Ok thx I also called my poeple I bought him from and they said the same so u am hoping for the best

 

[Cali Reef Life]

Set up a mirror so the other fish go after themselves. Also I always feed my fish a little more when adding new ones. These are animals and fighting happens. I also have a 72 gallon tank and the mirror works wonders.

 

[MURedhawk]

Usually Royal dotty backs are very aggressive and in the long run pick on new additions.
They are very nice looking fish however.
Maybe you got one that will ultimately be chill?
I would not worry as long as fish looks healthy.