Keeping a single chromis

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  1. SwimsWithFish

    SwimsWithFish Giant Squid

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    Just wondering if it's advisable to keep a chromis alone. I'd love to get one for my biocube 29. Can it be done?
     
    SwimsWithFish, Jan 31, 2012
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  2. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    Often they kill each other off until there is just one left...so yes, start with one :) Should be fine.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I agree with Kacy
     
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  4. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    Unless you have a really big tank they will usually kill each other, I put 5 in my tank hoping it was big enough to where it wouldn't be a problem , I am now down to 3.
    So I would reccomend just getting one.
     
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  5. SwimsWithFish

    SwimsWithFish Giant Squid

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    Awesome!:D thanks guys.
     
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  6. Coastie Reefer

    Coastie Reefer Millepora

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    I keep one solo in my 40B and he's doing great. Been several months now and no problems whatsoever.
     
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  7. Foreverfishy

    Foreverfishy Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I started off with 3 in my 125 and I am down to 1...
     
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  8. 1fishyguy

    1fishyguy Purple Spiny Lobster

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    started with 3 and ended up with 1 lol so yes i would say go with one
     
    1fishyguy, Feb 1, 2012
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  9. NittyGritty

    NittyGritty Millepora

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    I had no idea they killed each other. I have purchased multiple a few time to have more than one but I always end up with a solo. Crazy!
     
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  10. eelgirl

    eelgirl Feather Duster

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    Is this true with all chromis? I just ordered 3 blue reef chromis because it said they like to live in schools....
     
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