Why is my fish hiding in a corner?

Question

I have my fish in a filtrated tank with a bubbler and a decent tank. I just got it, and I was wondering what's up.

I have attached links below to videos and pictures of the tank and
where the fish hides all the time.


Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQScCtKcCuI

Pictures:
http://img185.imageshack.us/my.php?image=cimg1095pq3.jpg
http://img96.imageshack.us/my.php?image=cimg1093em7.jpg
http://img96.imageshack.us/my.php?image=cimg1094cp6.jpg







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The thing on the right you see is a "shipwreck".

To the left, a skeleton bubbler in a treasure chest, I want to know how fast to make it go


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Answer 1

goldfish, very cute. what size tank is that? he'll eventually need a 20gallon. I can't really tell what it is but it look like either a 10 or 20 gallon.

as for why he's hiding, like many have said he's new. chances are he'll settle in soon. BUT there could be a more pressing issue, so it's best to rule them out:

did you cycle the tank first? this is not just letting the filter run for a day or a week, in involes live bacteria and giving them something to feed off of. if not, don't panic. you can help make the cylcing easier on your fish. you'll need to get a master test kit that test nitrate, nitrites, ammonia, pH... test it daily. any time there's a spike do a 20% water change.

also, if you didn't condition the water there may be a problem. not much to do, he'll either live or he won't. doens't seem like he's suffering though. so I doubt there's a problem with that.

could be how open the tank is. try adding a few silk plants. this will give him a few places to hide while he adjusts. he may also be lonely. goldfish are very social, if you get a 30gallon you can add another goldfish, but most people don't feel like having a 30gallon tank for 2 goldfish, lol

Answer 2

So your doing a fish in cycle? in case you dont extremely comprehend what im talking approximately so a google seek on it and which will clarify each and every thing. Its a honest sized tank yet nevertheless somewhat yet on the small area for 6 fancy goldfish(so plenty extra effectual than what some people shop them in) so which you'll be high quality. Your oranda could be suffering out of your intense ammonia ranges aswell as marvel from moving tanks. Ammonia is extremely risky to fish even at 0.25 ppm so i might do water transformations daily untill it has dropped back to 0, then shop on which comprise your cycle. additionally make certain there are adequate hiding places on your fish and stable good fortune :)

Answer 3

Chances are he is stressed and looking for a place to hide or is hiding. I can't load yoru videos from the lcoation I am at. Also I was wondering how long you have had your fish. New fish often act weird for awhile before they get used to the tank.

Answer 4

i have a fish just like that well....kinda mine is kinda small!!
don't worry i know exactly what ur
going through and it happens to everybody!! ur fish would be stressed out sacred
cause he is trying to adapt to the new tank
he could even be scared!!! make sure that the temperature of the tank is 75 F to 85 F!!! and did u make sure that after u filled ur tank with water did u let it rest 24 hours before putting the fish in there if not that may be the problem

Answer 5

I have had my fish for just a week and i also posted the same question. Everyone told me that it was because he was stressed and was in a place that was unfamiliar. They said that it would take a couple of days for him to settle in and they were right! my fish is now exporing the rest of his tank and is even going to the surface. He is still sleeping and hidding in his corner but not all day long. just wait a couple of days and try our best not to scare him and make sure that you do put that water conditioner in his water because that really helps too. Your tank is pretty good so consider getting him a friend. Good Luck!

Answer 6

My thoughts are,that you are a new kid on the block,when it comes to
tropical fish.
It's not uncommon for "schooling"type fish to gather in the corner upon
introduction into a new environment or after cleaning their tank.
It may also be that your "bubbler" is a bit strong for them as well.
Most tropical fish species are easily spooked by any change.

Answer 7

I see nothing wrong with your aquarium but only ONE Fantail Goldfish... Try adding 3 or 4 more.. for some interaction.. the fish looks healthy enough as well.

Answer 8

Your fish is probably just shy if you just bought it. You have nothing to worry about.

P.S. Nice tank. Very roomy. Your fish and I thank you :0)

Answer 9

Nice fish.... you say you just got him and that's the problem. He's just settleing in. Give him a day or two and he will be acting completely fine.

MM

Answer 10

Maybe you need to play the song" Your So Vain" to your goldfish.