PADI Fish Identification Specialty Course

Turn every dive into a discovery

PADI Fish Identification Specialty Course

Identify Marine Life with Confidence

Ever surfaced from a dive wondering, What was that fish I just saw? The PADI Fish Identification Specialty helps you recognize, classify, and understand the behavior of different fish species. With the right knowledge, you’ll get more out of every dive, improving your ability to spot patterns, identify marine families, and even contribute to conservation efforts. If you love marine life, this course will change the way you see the underwater world!

– Identify different fish families & species
– Learn to recognize patterns in fish behavior
– Improve your ability to log & document sightings

COURSE OVERVIEW

EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW IN A NUTSHELL

The course also includes a Theoretical Exam (if the student has completed the e-learning it will be a Quick Review with the instructor, if not it will be a comprehensive Knowledge Review and a Quick Exam)

DURATION

1 Day – 3 Dives

PREREQUISITES

• PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)
• Minimum age: 10 years old

INCLUDES

✅ PADI eLearning – Learn how to identify common fish families, species, and their natural habitats.
✅ 3 Identification Dives – Practice observing fish behavior, recognizing key features, and applying identification techniques underwater.
✅ Logging & Documentation – Use fish ID slates and logging methods to enhance your dive records and marine life knowledge.
✅ PADI Fish Identification certification
✅ Full equipment rental, morning pick up & drop off, basic dive insurance (upgrade to a comprehensive dive insurance available for 250THB per day), breakfast, lunch, snacks and amenities.

COST

9.200 THB

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HOW DOES THE COURSE WORK?

E-Learning Independent Study

STUDY THE MARINE LIFE AT YOUR OWN PACE

Before heading into the water, you’ll complete the PADI Fish Identification eLearning module, covering fish families, species recognition, and behavior patterns. This allows you to identify marine life more easily during your dives.

1-Day Fish ID Training Dives

DISCOVER AND IDENTIFY MARINE LIFE

✅ Dive 1: Identifying fish by body shape, movement, and habitat.
✅ Dive 2: Advanced identification techniques, behavior observation, and logging sightings.
✅ Dive 3: Fun diving and last Fish ID Dive.

ABOUT THE BOAT

23.8 METERS DIVING BOAT

A 23.8-meter steel-hulled vessel designed specifically for scuba diving adventures. Powered by twin Diesel HINO engines totaling 620 horsepower, it ensures both reliability and efficiency on the water.

With a breadth of 5.5 meters, the Mermaid comfortably accommodates divers, providing ample space for relaxation and gear preparation.

Operating seven days a week, the Mermaid combines stability, comfort, and performance, delivering an unparalleled diving experience for all aboard.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GOT QUESTIONS? WE GOT ANSWERS!

Will I learn how to identify all fish species?

You’ll learn to identify fish by family, shape, and behavior, which will help you recognize hundreds of species worldwide!

Is this course useful for underwater photography?

Yes! The ability to recognize fish behavior and habitats helps photographers get closer shots and capture natural interactions.

Do I need special equipment for this course?

No, but an underwater slate or digital fish ID guide can be helpful for logging species.

Is this course useful for marine conservation efforts?

Yes! Learning to identify fish species and document sightings helps support marine research, conservation projects, and citizen science initiatives. Your observations can contribute to important databases that monitor reef health and biodiversity.

How do I book my Fish Identification course?

Simple! Contact us online, via email, or WhatsApp, and we’ll help you schedule your training session!