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PADI Fish Identification Specialty

This course is designed to introduce divers to the most common families and species of fish found in temperate and tropical waters. Divers learn basic fish identification and scientific surveying techniques. Through an overview of Project AWARE and other preservation and research efforts, such as the REEF Fish Survey Project, divers also learn the importance of personal involvement in aquatic environment conservation.

Prerequisites

To qualify for the PADI Fish Identification Specialty course, you must:

  • Be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver or have a qualifying certification from another training organization.

  • Be at least 10 years old.

The PADI Fish Identification Dive from the PADI Adventures in Diving program may be counted toward the certification requirements of this specialty at the discretion of the instructor conducting the specialty course. 

Course Overview

This course covers the knowledge and techniques for identifying fish common to the local area. During the PADI Fish Identification Diver course, include the following:

  • The Project AWARE philosophy about protecting worldwide aquatic ecosystems.

  • Fish family groupings and common characteristics of fish species found in the local area.

  • Fish surveying techniques and strategies for collecting valid data.

  • The planning, organization, and procedures for identifying fish families and species while diving.

Course Costs

The PADI Fish Identification Diver Specialty Certification from Divers Incorporated includes:

  • 12 hours of classroom lecture

  • Books, Handouts and course materials

  • Two Certification Dives

  • Certification Processing and Administrative fees

This Course Costs $179 per person.

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