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

• 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.
• Fish surveying techniques and strategies for collecting valid data.   The planning, organization, and procedures for identifying fish families and species while diving.