What is another word for Family Laricariidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli lˈaɹɪkˌaɹɪˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
The Family Laricariidae is a group of fish commonly known as the "suckermouth catfishes" due to their characteristic suction cup-like mouth. Other synonyms for the same family include the subfamily Hypostominae and the family Loricariidae. These freshwater fish are native to Central and South America and can be found in a variety of habitats, including streams, rivers, and ponds. They are often kept as aquarium fish due to their unique appearance and useful ability to clean algae from aquarium glass. With over 680 different species in the family, there is a Laricariidae fish for almost any aquatic environment.
