Fish Identification Books for Scuba Divers

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A diver's field guide to fish id.

Whether you just got your open water certification or you have hundreds of dives, Underwater Spotter guides gives you a whole new purpose for being underwater.

These fish identification books simplify the concepts of identification. You learn first how to identify by family, body type, and behavior, as well as how to identify between commonly confused species. And don't forget the fun of checking them off after you spot them underwater!

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What Makes Underwater Spotter Different

  • Fish ID Made Simple

    Unlike the other fish ID options for divers on the market, Underwater Spotter is concise and purpose driven. It's not thousands of pages long or only a single card. Learn to identify fish families and 2 local species of each.

  • New Underwater Purpose

    The "go-find-it" aspect of the guides give you a reason for diving until you find all 52 fish in the book! Can you reach the Whale Shark level and check them all off?

  • All About The Fishy Facts

    The books teach you fun facts and behaviors to look for while you're diving. Learning their world and how they operate adds a new understanding of the sea life around you.

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Making waves with Scuba Divers

Cozumel Ocean Life guide

Dive with new goals

"I have near 300 dives and the books have added a new layer of fun to my dives. Now I look at the fish in more depth and am excited to check them of in the book. I love the books and plan on buying more."

- Kevin A.
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California Ocean Life Guide

Great for new divers

"Just got open water certified at Monterey, California and thought this would make our dives as a couple more interesting - and on our first independent dives after qualifying we saw a few of the species in the book at Breakwater! And even better, we visited Monterey Bay Aquarium after and that also connected with the book and our diving."

- David R.
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Belize Ocean Life Guide

Great gift

"Bought this as a gift for someone about to go dive Belize for the first time and it was perfect. I actually liked that it was just the top 50 creatures they might see. Having been to Belize a few times, it can guarantee they will see almost all the fish. And being able to check them off and put notes is a bonus."

- Joel P.
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Your Personal Fish Log

Jump out of the water, log your dives, and check off the fish you saw! Underwater Spotter guides are like focused dive logs for the sea life you encounter.

A fish ID book for scuba divers isn’t just a reference—it’s a way to enhance every dive. By recognizing fish families, behaviors, and key markings, you’ll start spotting patterns and remembering species more easily. Plus, tracking what you see makes every dive more exciting!

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