AWARE Fish Identification

Have you ever wondered about the names, habitats, or life cycles of the fish you see on ocean dives?  Have you seen Divemasters, Instructors or other divers who could tell you the names and characteristics of the creatures you've seen?  Well, one of the best ways to gain such knowledge is to take the AWARE Fish ID course.

During the AWARE - Fish Identification Diver program you'll go on two open water dives (which may be completed in one day). The first dive allows you to practice basic fish identification techniques, while the second dive prompts you to collect fish identification data for submission to the REEF Fish Survey Project (if appropriate).  After the dives, you're required to log the experience in your personal log book.

This program covers the knowledge and techniques for identifying fish common to your local area or the area you dive most frequently. The following is included in your PADI AWARE - Fish Identification Diver program:

• The Project AWARE philosophy on protecting worldwide aquatic ecosystems.
• Family groupings and common characteristics of fish species in the local area.
• Fish surveying techniques and strategies for collecting valid data.
• Planning, organization, and procedures for identifying fish while diving.

At the discretion of your instructor, the AWARE - Fish Identification elective dive from the Adventures In Diving program (Adventure Diver or Advanced Open Water) may count toward the certification requirements of this specialty program.

Prerequisites: To take the AWARE - Fish ID specialty you'll need at least a PADI Open Water Diver (Junior Open Water Diver or equivalent) certification and be at least 12 years old.

Course Fee:  $75  (while on a Abyss-Scuba trip)

Now that your interest is piqued, stop by or call Abyss-Scuba to see how you can be identifying fish on your next dive trip!

All students enrolled in a course with Abyss-Scuba receive a 10% discount on any purchase of equipment during their term as a student.