I'm setting up a new 135 gallon and am looking for opinions. I think I've narrowed down my choices to either a single male Odo or a pair of Motags. Which is a better choice and why? Also do you think my tank would house a pair of Odo's? The footprint is 72.5x18.5x25. Thanks.
New Tank/N Haitiensis or P Motaguense?
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Ok so 3 for 3, Haitian. Thanks, that's what I was leaning towards but I've always wanted Mota's too. They'll still be on my list of fish to keep. 
Of the two species, the Haitian is more prone to infections like bloat and pop-eye...just harder to keep healthy. If you went that route you could keep them with a divider. Best option is to grow them up together. Better choice would be some of the Motaguense. More color...not as large...just as much attitude.
Oh GREAT!! THANKS A LOT MO! (<--sacasm) lol. I had my mind just about made up and here you go throwing a me a curveball. You know how much I respect your opinion and you went against the grain on this. Now I'm re-thinking my plan. 
I just may take you up on that.
I just may take you up on that.seriously I dont think there is anyone out there who wants to keep a hatian as badly as I do. Although I am holding off to another time because I have been told that they are sensitive and not as easy to care for like other cichlids. I already have to deal with discus every day so I don't need more sensitive fish. Maybe after all my discus die then I will try a hatian. Word of adive though if this decision is simply a 50/50 I would go for the motas, if your willing to do the extra wc and the sepcific diet then by all means do the hatian and post pics right away lol