Sign In
Welcome to the Travel Forums
Why join TravelBlog?- Membership is Free and Easy
- Your travel questions answered in minutes!
- Become part of the friendliest online travel community.
* Blogging is not required to participate in the forums
Advertisement
Reef Fish Identification Book
Advertisement
Which one is best for the Asia-Pacific area?
B Posts: 5,623
With snorkelling set, stinger suit, reef shoes, and mask defogger all purchased, the only item remaining for my nascent hobby (apart from an underwater camera) is a guide to identify the reef fish I witness.
There are simple waterproof ID cards, and then there are books. The thought of carrying an ID with me whilst snorkelling seems a bit inane, especially since I want one hand free for photography.
I am currently eyeing Reef Fish Identification - Tropical Pacific. The only negative with this choice is that it is a trifle heavy for travelling.
Should I be purchasing a book, or is there some other option I am not considering; so experienced divers and snorkellers - what would you recommend? Reply to this
There are simple waterproof ID cards, and then there are books. The thought of carrying an ID with me whilst snorkelling seems a bit inane, especially since I want one hand free for photography.
I am currently eyeing Reef Fish Identification - Tropical Pacific. The only negative with this choice is that it is a trifle heavy for travelling.
Should I be purchasing a book, or is there some other option I am not considering; so experienced divers and snorkellers - what would you recommend? Reply to this
B Posts: 4,995
You've hit the major downside straight off - the best books are the heavy books....
The one you listed above is one I've used but don't own (I've just sent away my collection - there are a couple I'd recommend in there!) - it was good.
If you are snorkelling with a dive shop - they should have a bunch of fish id books in the shop, and usually at least one fish geek (like I used to be) who will be happy to help you out.
Reply to this
The one you listed above is one I've used but don't own (I've just sent away my collection - there are a couple I'd recommend in there!) - it was good.
If you are snorkelling with a dive shop - they should have a bunch of fish id books in the shop, and usually at least one fish geek (like I used to be) who will be happy to help you out.
Reply to this
B Posts: 5,093
Maybe they will come up with a waterproof kindle or ipad.
Ali....are you a retired fish geek? not so sure about the retired part....what do you think?
Reply to this
Ali....are you a retired fish geek? not so sure about the retired part....what do you think?
Reply to this
B Posts: 4,995
I'm a very rusty fish geek... I used to know all the Latin names for Nudibranches (the ones I'd see on a regular basis) and now I'm struggling to remember. Reply to this
B Posts: 5,093
Sure is darn hard getting older & busy....
sounds like you need more time blowing bubbles. Reply to this
