The Xingren golden-lined fish lives only in caves near Xingren City, China, and the species is seemingly in the middle of ...

Scientists in China have discovered a rare golden scaleless cave fish, offering new insights into how species adapt to ...

The discovery of a golden scaleless fish in China is helping scientists understand how animals evolved to live in caves.

The fish, which was identified during surveys carried out in southwestern Guizhou Province, has been named the Xingren golden-lined fish (Sinocyclocheilus xingrenensis), after the nearby city.

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This was a new species. The fish has a “golden yellow” body and large eyes, researchers said. Xiao M-Y, Wang J-J, Luo T, Zhou J-J, Xiao N, Zhou J (2025) Zoosystematics and Evolution Thousands ...

Pat the fish dry to remove excess moisture—this helps achieve a golden, crisp crust. Season the fillet with salt and pepper, then lightly coat it in flour or cornstarch for extra crunch.

The previously unknown Xingren golden-line fish appears to be still evolving for cave life. . | Credit: Xiao M-Y, Wang J-J, Luo T, Zhou J-J, Xiao N, Zhou J (2025), Zoosystematics and Evolution (CC ...