Shy fish problem

[Dan1789]

I recently bought a new house and had to move my fish tank. This was around 2 weeks ago. Ever since then my blue throat trigger has been very shy. If I even try to open the lid he swims into his hiding spot and goes catatonic. He hasn't eaten in 4-5 days. When he doesn't eat enough he gets skin pigment problems. They always go away once he eats though. Should I just let him keep doing his thing while he settles in, or should I try to block that hiding spot so maybe he will stay out during feeding time.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

That will probably stress him out more. Just keep your routine and he should come around. Another thing is to take some frozen food and put it on a powerhead and then get out of his view. As the food melts he should be able to swim out and eat without being afraid.