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The Devils Hole pupfish (Cyprinodon diabolis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinodontidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Devils Hole pupfish is an extremely rare pupfish (Cyprinodontidae) found only in Devils Hole, a single groundwater-filled limestone fissure in the desert of Nevada, in the western United States. The species stays about 3 cm long and has a stocky, bluish body without pelvic fins. It lives in warm, oxygen-poor water and eats algae and small invertebrate life on a shallow rock shelf. With a wild population often of only a few hundred individuals it is one of the rarest fishes in the world and critically endangered. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Devils Hole pupfish?
The Devils Hole pupfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Devils Hole pupfish live?
The Devils Hole pupfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. North America: USA
How big does the Devils Hole pupfish get?
The Devils Hole pupfish grows to a maximum of about 3 cm. On average the species is around 2 cm.
Is the Devils Hole pupfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Devils Hole pupfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Cyprinodon
More from the family Cyprinodontidae
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