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troglobite

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troglobite
An animal that lives entirely in the dark parts of caves. Such animals are specifically adapted to life in total darkness, and may have no functioning eyes or have no pigmentation. Specific examples include species of cave fish, cave crickets, shrimp, crayfish, and insects.

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