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Meghalaya: Largest cave fish in the world found in Um Ladaw

Fish in excess of 400 mm in length discovered in Um Ladaw Cave, making it the largest known subterranean species. It is basically blind, but has some ability to sense light

by EastMojo News Bureau February 13, 2020June 9, 2021

The cave fish was found in a small underground cavity in Um Ladaw Cave, more than 300 feet below the surface in East Khasi Hills Credit: Representational image

Guwahati: In the deep, dark caves of Meghalaya, a new cave fish, presumably the largest in the world, has been discovered. Almost 10 times heavier than any known species and…

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