they may just hide because there new to the taank or not healthy. I suggest getting a fresh water test kit if the tank is unclean. http/www.amazon.com/Aquarium-Pharmaceuticals-Aquarian-Freshwater-Master/dp/B001EUG8RO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1310287761&sr=8-1 here is a link copy and phaste it.