Two hippo tangs ok?

[cgj]

Is keeping a pair of young (1.5 inch or so) hippo tangs in a six foot tank acceptable so long as theyre introduced at the same time?
How about two young hippo tangs and a young powder blue tang introduced simultaneously?

 

[sk8shorty01]

The two hippos might be ok, but I think adding a powder blue as well would cause trouble as they are quite territorial. I had 3 hippo's in my 220 gallon that schooled and never picked on each other, so it can be done. It all depends on the individual fish.

 

[espkh9]

First off you need to add odd numbers with tangs they do not pair off I had 3 blue hippos introduced into my 125 a while back ago and they schooled and were very peaceful to eachother. They swam ate and did everything together. After a few months I wanted a Purple Tang so I gave the 3 hippos away. If done correctly and tank size is right especially at a young age your chances are good.

 

[bluetang12]

yea I agree just the 2 baby blues thats all.