The charales correspond to a small fish that reproduces almost only in the lakes of Mexico. Among their main physical characteristics is their measurement of between 6 and 12 centimeters for adults, they are thin and compressed, they have a silver band on the lateral part, and have a blunt snout.

Due to their lean and easily digestible meat, they can be included in weight loss regimens and those of convalescent people; They help reduce cholesterol levels and heart disease, among others preventing anemia and osteoporosis.