The Blind cave gudgeon (Milyeringa veritas) is a brackish-water fish of the family Eleotridae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The blind cave gudgeon is a sleeper (Eleotridae) from underground aquifers and cave pools of northwestern Australia. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a stocky, pale to almost colourless body without functional eyes, fully adapted to life in complete darkness. As a bottom-dweller it feels over rock and sediment and snaps at small invertebrates and organic matter. Its small range makes it vulnerable. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blind cave gudgeon?
The Blind cave gudgeon has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Blind cave gudgeon live?
The Blind cave gudgeon lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Blind cave gudgeon get?
The Blind cave gudgeon grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Blind cave gudgeon dangerous to humans?
No, the Blind cave gudgeon is harmless to humans.
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