African blind barb
Caecobarbus geertsii
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Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
12,0 cm
Familia
Acerca de
The African blind barb (Caecobarbus geertsii) is a rare freshwater fish endemic to subterranean cave systems in the Democratic Republic of Congo, reaching up to 12 cm. It has lost its eyes and pigmentation as adaptations to its lightless cave environment.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Familia | Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) |
| Especies | Caecobarbus geertsii |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does African blind barb get?
African blind barb can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does African blind barb belong to?
African blind barb (Caecobarbus geertsii) belongs to the family Cyprinidae (Carps and minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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