Chinese researchers discovered a colorless, eyeless cave fish species, Protocobitis longicostatus, in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

Chinese researchers discovered a new cave-dwelling fish species, Protocobitis longicostatus, in Debao County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The species, adapted to extreme cave habitats, has colorless bodies, lacks eyes, and has reduced scales and ribs. Though facing threats from food scarcity and human activities, it offers potential as a model for studying human diseases and fish evolution.

April 10, 2024
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