Well, they get pretty big, and I do believe they like to school, so unless you buy them small and upgrade as they grow, I don't suggest getting this fish.
i agree with you lunchbox i know i made this exact mistake when i was a begginer i put a bala in a 10 gallon and it ended up dying so props to you ftf1101 if you need any suggestions for a kool fish just post a new thread