6 blue/green chromis and two clowns?

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  1. We$

    We$ Spaghetti Worm

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    I currently have 2 blue green chromis, 2 true ocillaris clowns, and some hermits and snails. Do you think I could add 4 more chromis to the group and a couple shrimp and still be safe in the tank I have listed below?
     
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    Yes but the chromis will likely fight for a while (possibly killing a few) to establish dominance
     
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    I know they have a pecking order but I heard if you have at least 6 no one gets to much abuse.
     
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    i cant comment on whether that is true or not... but i will say that the personality of each fish is different so its kinda hit or miss
     
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    Alright, know of any other schooling fish that would be a good fit?

    Oh and second question what are some good herbavores to eat green grassy algae that arnt overly aggressive?
     
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    And i wasn't really looking at damsels cause of aggressiveness and wasn't to interested in tangs cause most get to large.
     
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    anthias but they are sometimes hard to get to eat in aquariums.
    Fish that eat GHA... lawnmower blenny, you cant beat them lol
     
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    The name is already convincing haha I'll look into them, thanks
     
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    but keep in mind, they arent a cure for the underlying cause (GHA), only a fix for the results of the problem
     
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    It's not GHA only a little really short green colored mossy looking growth I wouldnt say it is out of control or anything