Possible Fish Schooling?

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  1. bjvan1203

    bjvan1203 Plankton

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    I am wondering...

    I have a 55 gallon tank, are there any certain types of fish that can school in this size tank?

    Thanks for the Help
     
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  2. sean_p_f

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    Green Chromies will
     
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    hey he didnt say saltwater fishes specifically ;)
     
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  4. bjvan1203

    bjvan1203 Plankton

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    salt water fish
     
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  5. bjvan1203

    bjvan1203 Plankton

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    and how many of these fish should i buy for them to school?
     
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  7. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    i would recommend around 5. but others are more expierenced then me in this area
     
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    I have 3 green chromis in my tank. They all hang out together.
     
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