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characin

characin

9.9
A freshwater fish from Central and South America or Africa that is often bright in color
  • noun
  • /ˈkɛrəsɪn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : carácido
  • The Amazon River is home to an incredible diversity of characin fishes.

Examples

  • Many species of characins are popular in home aquariums.

  • The characin swam gracefully in the aquarium.

  • Many species of characin are popular in home aquariums for their bright colors and active behavior.

  • Researchers discovered a new species of characin in the South American rainforest.

  • The aquarium was filled with colorful characins, showcasing their vibrant patterns and lively movements.

  • When I visited the tropical river, I spotted several species of characins swimming among the plants.

  • Many aquarists choose characins for their stunning colors and active nature in community tanks.

Synonyms

characid
vscharacin
  • Specialized
9.9

A fish that lives in rivers and lakes in Central and South America

is also native to Africa as well as the Americas
characin fish
vscharacin
  • Specialized
8.7

A freshwater fish from Central or South America and Africa that is often brightly colored and kept in aquariums

uses the other scientific family name in this description

Compounds

characin fish
  • Specialized
8.7

A freshwater fish from Central or South America and Africa that is often brightly colored and kept in aquariums

Surface Forms

characin singular
characins plural

Etymology

Characin comes from the scientific family name Characidae, the name scientists use for a lively group of small, often very colorful freshwater fish from Central and South America and Africa. So a characin is simply a fish from that family — think of the bright, active little fish you see in home aquariums.