Author: Boulenger, 1921
FBname: Congo blind barb
Comments: Blind fish which lives in caves (Ref. 86866), about (700)750-850 m above sea-level (Ref. 2801, 86866).  Feeds on small crustaceans living in the caves and also on animals washed into the caves (Ref. 557), although this needs confirmation (Ref. 86866).  Estimated longevity 9-14 years, but may exceed 15 years (Ref. 86866).  Not closely related to any extant epigean species of the Congo region.  Classified as `textbook and popular press fish' in Ref. 4537.