What is another word for characinidae?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈaɹɐsˌɪnɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Characinidae is a family of freshwater fish that includes many popular aquarium species. Some synonyms for Characinidae include the tetra family, characins, and characoids. Characins are known for their bright colors, peaceful demeanor, and active swimming behavior. They are often used as dither fish in aquariums with larger, more aggressive species. Characoids are a more broad term that encompasses all species within the suborder Characoidei, which includes Characinidae as well as other families such as Ctenoluciidae and Alestidae. These synonyms are useful for those seeking to understand the taxonomy and diversity of this group of fish.
