My oscars are just sitting at the bottom of the tank?

Question

we came home and our fish are just laying at the bottom of the tank, not wanting to eat. they're alive, but they aren't moving much. What is going on? What can I do?

Answer 1

do water tests

Answer 2

check your PH. ive seen oscars do that before tho.  let them be and check on them in the morning.  

Answer 3

This is often a symptom of oxygen starvation. Change the water, make sure the filters are clean and working properly, and fit some oxygenaters.  

Answer 4

I would do a 50% water change to perk them up.  Do not forget to use the water conditioner.

Answer 5

Check the levels in your tank and you might need to do a water change. Also check for any signs of disease.

Answer 6

is it a new tank? if so let them chill and get used to the new environment and do some water tests..

Answer 7

leave them alone let them get use to the enviorment. theyll get better in about 2-3 days. also did you cycle your tank? check your ammonia and nitrite and nitrate they can be stressed.