👉 Halechiniscidae is a family of fish belonging to the order Cichliformes, commonly known as the sardines or mackerel. This family includes about 100 species of freshwater and saltwater fish. They are small in size but can be quite large, reaching up to 2 meters long (7 feet). These fish primarily feed on planktonic organisms like crustaceans, shrimp, and other small animals that they mistake as food.