Blind Cave Fish

Astyanax mexicanus

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What do I eat?

Crustaceans, insects, and worm

Where do I live?

Texas and Mexico

My Habitat

Pools, creeks and rivers 

Fun Fact

Blind cave fish have no eyes however not all of these species have no eyes, only those that live in caves. There are some that live in overground rivers and pools that do have eyes.  

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