Blind Cave Tetra (Astyanax mexicanus)

The Blind Cave Tetra is a fascinating, naturally eye-less subterranean form of the Mexican Tetra adapted specifically to life in dark limestone caves. Lacking body pigmentation, it exhibits a unique pinkish-white translucent glow and navigates its environment flawlessly using an extraordinarily developed lateral line system. Hardy and active, it moves constantly through the water column without bumping into rockwork or aquarium decor, making it a wonderful conversation piece for specialized aquariums.