Coral Reef Marine Life Identification
Coral reefs have amazing biodiversity with over 4,000 species of fish and countless other organisms. Discover how to identify coral reef marine life, such as fish and worms, in this free video series from a scuba instructor.
Series Summary
Marine life is very diverse, especially in coral reefs. There are thousands of species of fish and animals with myriad shapes, sizes and beautiful colors. Fish and marine life identification adds an incredible degree of interest to snorkeling or scuba diving. Identifying a few of the different types of animals in coral reefs is not an easy task, but it is made much easier with fish identification charts and fish identification videos. In this free video series, learn how to identify marine life in the coral reef. Our expert, Don Stark, is a scuba instructor with over 20 years experience. He discusses all sorts of coral reef life, and he gives tips for learning to identify all sorts of animals. Learn how to identify many kinds of coral reef fish: surgeonfish, balloonfish, angelfish, porcupine, saddle benny and more! Also, get tips for identifying other coral reef marine life, such as eels, shrimps, and worms. Before going scuba diving, make the adventure more interesting by knowing what to look for. So, take a moment, and learn about coral reef animal identification today!-
Coral Reef Fish: Honeycomb Cowfish
Coral reef honeycomb cowfish are awkward swimmers because of their triangular body. Identify honeycomb cowfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Spanish Hogfish
Spanish hogfish are found in shallow coral reef areas and have two upper teeth. Identify Spanish hogfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Surgeonfish
Coral reef surgeonfish have clear spectral fins with a yellowish tint. Identify surgeonfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Animals: Striped Cleaning Shrimp
Coral reef striped cleaning shrimp are characterized by two red stripes that run down the middle of the back. Identify striped cleaning shrimp with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Blue Runner
Blue runners are school fish that are usually found in deep water, but they can also be found in coral reefs. Identify blue runner fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Fairy Basslet
Also known as Royal Grammas, coral reef fairy basslet fish are violet, purple and yellow in color. Identify fairy basslet fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Bar Jack
Bar jacks are a common coral reef fish that are silver in color. Identify bar jack fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Porcupine
Like other puffer fish, a coral reef porcupine fish has spines that are used as defense mechanisms. Identify porcupine fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Yellowhead Wrasse
Coral reef yellowhead wrasse fish change colors many times in their lives, which makes them hard to identify. Learn to spot yellowhead wrasse with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Red Hind
Coral reef red hind fish are a member of the grouper or sea bass family. Identify red hind fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Red Lionfish
Coral reef red lionfish are striped with red, brown, white or maroon. Identify red lionfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Butter Hamlet
Coral reef hamlet fish come in a variety of different colors. Identify butter hamlet fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Balloonfish
A member of the puffer fish family, a coral reef balloonfish ranges in size from eight to fourteen inches long. Identify balloonfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Gray Angelfish
Gray angelfish are common inhabitants of coral reefs. Identify gray angelfish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Juvenile Spotted Drum
Juvenile spotted drums are one of the most elegant coral reef fish. Identify juvenile spotted drum fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Animals: Garden Eel
Garden eels are small eels that burrow into sands of coral reefs. Identify garden eels with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: White Margate
Coral reef white margate fish are 10 to 20 inches long and swim along the ocean bottom. Identify white margate fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Saddled Blenny
Saddled blennies are small coral reef fish that have a hopping like motion in the water. Identify saddled blenny fish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Fish: Slender Filefish
Slender filefish can dramatically change their colors to blend into their coral reef environment. Identify slender filefish with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
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Coral Reef Animals: Red Spotted Horseshoe Worm
Coral reef red spotted horseshoe worms have tentacles that are used as defense mechanisms. Identify red spotted horseshoe worms with tips from a scuba instructor in this free video about coral reef animals.
