cyprinodon-diabolisphobia
Cyprinodon-diabolisphobia is the fear of devil holes pupfish, a species of fish found in desert springs in Death Valley, California.
Fear of devil holespupfish Cyprinodon diabolisphobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering devil holes pupfish
Visiting desert springs in Death Valley
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience with fish
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific animal phobia
Historical Context
Named after the devil holes pupfish (Cyprinodon diabolis), a critically endangered species unique to Death Valley.
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