New purple firefish issue

[cst0215]

I hope somebody can give me some advice. I just bought a purple firefish and introduced into my qt tank 2days ago. The tank was emptied and filled with new saltwater of 1.025 ppm salinity. It was swimming fine at my lfs, but in my tank he is just laying in one spot on the bare glass. Bottom next to a pvc hide. It does not seem to be breathing heavily. Is this normal behavior? Temp is around 76 degrees Fahrenheit. Thank You

 

[Tahoe61]

Try giving it more cover/hiding spots, diminish lighting if applicable.
They are one the more shy fish, and more difficult to acclimate in my experience.

#fishmedic

 

[Reef Jedi]

I agree with the above. They can be very shy and I bet it’s trying to hide.

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

"The tank was emptied and filled with new saltwater"

Is the tank cycled?