The Zhengbaoshan cave loach (Heminoemacheilus zhengbaoshani) is a freshwater fish of the family Nemacheilidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Zhengbaoshan cave loach is a stone loach (Nemacheilidae) from underground rivers and caves of the karst region of Guangxi in southern China. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender body adapted to perpetual darkness: pale and with strongly reduced eyes. As a bottom-dweller it feels through the lightless water with barbels and snaps at small invertebrates and organic matter washed in from outside. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Zhengbaoshan cave loach?
The Zhengbaoshan cave loach has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Zhengbaoshan cave loach live?
The Zhengbaoshan cave loach lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Zhengbaoshan cave loach get?
The Zhengbaoshan cave loach grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Zhengbaoshan cave loach dangerous to humans?
No, the Zhengbaoshan cave loach is harmless to humans.
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