Shawnee Hills Cavefish
NameShawnee Hills Cavefish
Scientific NameTyphlichthys subterraneus
Common NamesShawnee Hills Cavefish, Southern Cavefish
FamilyAmblyopsidae
OriginNorth America, Southern Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-60
pH Range7.0-8.0
Description
The Shawnee Hills Cavefish is a small, blind, depigmented fish adapted to life in subterranean caves. It possesses highly developed sensory organs to navigate and hunt in complete darkness. This species is an obligate cave dweller, relying on stable, cool, and pristine water conditions.
