Common name: Phosphorescent fish

General information

Kryptophanaron alfredi, commonly known as Alfred's Blind Cave Fish, is a rare and intriguing species that inhabits the pitch-black caves of the ocean's twilight zone. This fish is notable for its lack of eyes, an adaptation to the total darkness of its environment. The species is not well-known in the aquarium trade due to its specialized habitat requirements and rarity.

Care

Caring for Kryptophanaron alfredi in a home aquarium is challenging and not recommended for beginners. These fish require a specialized setup that mimics their natural deep-water cave habitat, including dim lighting or complete darkness, stable water conditions, and a diet of small, live foods that they can detect using their heightened non-visual senses.

Reproduction

Little is known about the reproduction of Kryptophanaron alfredi in the wild or in captivity. Their breeding habits remain a mystery, and successful captive breeding is virtually unheard of in the aquarium hobby.

Habitat

Kryptophanaron alfredi is found in deep-sea caves, where light does not penetrate. They are adapted to a life in constant darkness and have evolved to lose their eyesight. Their natural range is not well documented, but they are believed to be found in certain areas of the Western Central Pacific.