Wild caught Oscars

[Nathan1989]

So I purchased two wild caught oscars yesterday and they going through the sulk mode. One is about 4 inch and the other 3 is their anything I can do to make them more comfortable. They aren't feeding and just literally sat on the bottom of the tank. I've never owned fish that sulk like this I've had shy fish but never sulkers. Any help would be greatly appreciated

 

[biguebs]

All you can do is make sure water parameters are good and give them a little time. Usually takes a few days for fish to settle.

 

[kno4te]

All you can do is make sure water parameters are good and give them a little time. Usually takes a few days for fish to settle.

+1

 

[mrrobxc]

Usually they eat. If they continue to fast, try to catch them in the act of pooping. If it’s white it could be an internal Protozoa. If they don’t poop, won’t eat, and start getting skinny, circle back on this forum.

Wild caught fish having internal parasites is common. Usually oscars come in hardy and may sulk but I never had one not eat.

 

[Nathan1989]

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Usually they eat. If they continue to fast, try to catch them in the act of pooping. If it’s white it could be an internal Protozoa. If they don’t poop, won’t eat, and start getting skinny, circle back on this forum.

Wild caught fish having internal parasites is common. Usually oscars come in hardy and may sulk but I never had one not eat.

Thanks they are both eating just a little shy when I'm looking at the tank but I've caught them exploring ?