Wobbly chromis

[Never too many]

A week ago, I purchased 6 blue reef chromis. They have been settling in and doing great until last night. I noticed 1 of the 6 acting different. He just hovers in one spot and has a wobble. Any ideas?

 

[blaxsun]

I have one that spends most of his time near the return outlet, only venturing out to feed. I think he's trying to ensure he doesn't lose his "spot" to one of the other 6 green chromis.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Any sores on the body or damaged fins ? (Can’t see video)
Chromis in groups known for aggression

 

[Never too many]

I have one that spends most of his time near the return outlet, only venturing out to feed. I think he's trying to ensure he doesn't lose his "spot" to one of the other 6 green chromis.

I noticed this morning that he seems to run away from the food. I kept moving the area that I would deposit the food, and he would swim to another part of the tank.

Any sores on the body or damaged fins ? (Can’t see video)
Chromis in groups known for aggression

No sores or any signs of damage. Also has not gone back to the dark color that indicates stress.

 

[ChaosAquaculture]

Maybe the other chromis are bullying him? do you have any other fish? - kali

 

[vetteguy53081]

I believe aggression
One way to confirm is to place your cell phone in video mode for about 40 minutes
Drop food and walk away
You must walk away as they know you’re there
Come back and review video and you will know what is happening in your absence

 

[Never too many]

I believe aggression
One way to confirm is to place your cell phone in video mode for about 40 minutes
Drop food and walk away
You must walk away as they know you’re there
Come back and review video and you will know what is happening in your absence

Thanks. I will definitely give that a try.

 

[Never too many]

Maybe the other chromis are bullying him? do you have any other fish? - kali

2 Darwin Clowns, Tomini Tang, Royal Gramma, Ruby Fin Wrasse, Yellow Coris Wrasse, Blue Sided Wrasse, Bluehead Wrasse, 2 Sailfin Mollies, Green Brittle Star, 2 Cleaner Shrimp, and a Pistol Shrimp/Goby combo, and of course the 6 Chromis.