So I got a flame Hawkfish out of QT a couple weeks ago but it’s coloration has continued to sort of be pale on its underside. I’m wondering if it’s just due to stress or malnutrition because the fish is eating perfectly fine, is very active all day, and yet it continues to look drab in comparison to the vibrantly red Hawkfish I’ve seen before.
It’s also literally the only thing in my 125 gallon as I haven’t even seen a hair of algae grow yet so I’m wondering what could be causing it pale. Any help or potential causes I should look out for?
also the spots aren’t ich that’s just dust on the aquarium glass. hard to get a good picture of them.