Ozark Cavefish
Ozark Cavefish
Seasonal Restriction Dates:
- N/A
Restriction Notes:
- Only if critical habitat is within 0.5 mi. of the project footprint.
Photo Credit: USFWS
Short Description from Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation:
The Ozark Cavefish (Amblyopsis rosae) is a small fish that grows to a maximum length of two inches. Lacking pigment, its color appears as a pinkish-white. In addition, it has no pelvic fins and both dorsal and anal fins are set far back on its body. Although no external eyes are visible, the Ozark cavefish does have rudimentary eyes, though it lacks optic nerves.
Natural Habitat:
Clear groundwater-fed streams in karst caves with chert and rubble beds.
