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Fishes: Greater Caribbean

Fishes: Greater Caribbean

by Smithsonian Institution

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19 reviews
📚 Education
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 23, 2012
  • February 26, 2026

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Smithsonian Institution
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An offline identification guide for Caribbean shore-fish. It features detailed species descriptions, over 8,200 images, and a search engine to identify fish by various characteristics. Users can also create and export observation lists.

✓Offline identification guide
✓1,693 species covered
✓Over 8,200 images
✓Detailed species descriptions
✓Search engine for identification
✓Customizable observation lists
✓English and Spanish interfaces
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What's New in Fishes

3.0

February 26, 2026

The 2026 version has been recoded in 64-bit to conform to support requirements by the App Store. The 2026 version has the same general functionality as the 2016 version, with minor changes in the look, feel and precise workings of the existing functions; a new taxonomic database, containing more species, rearrangements and changes to scientific names of species, genera and families, changes and additions to species data (descriptions, maps, images); and changes in some English and Spanish common names to conform to those supported by the American Fisheries Society and American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists for use in Mexico, the USA and Canada.

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Excelente

Muy buena app te permite saber el nombre y localización de donde habitan estas especies así como fotos para identificarlos la recomiendo, es muy fácil de usar y tiene un modo para buceadores.
bto3103bto3103

Terminology issues

Too much complex detail for young people. Would like to have the option to switch from metric to standard weights and measurements.
Dash mapDash map

The only app that does the job.

If you see a saltwater fish in the Caribbean/Gulf region and you want an app to help you identify it, this is a MUST have. No other app comes close. With patience, I’ve used it to identify over 50 different species out of Panama City Beach, FL with 100% confidence.
SohlSohl

Peces del Caribe

Excelente guía para reconocer peces neotropicales, particularmente del Caribe en esta App. Magnificas fotos y abundantes. La App es muy amigable y se puede clasificar por familias, especies, nombre común.
Muy útil para buceadores y científicos del área.
Felicitaciones al STRI y la USB.
Agonzalo64Agonzalo64

Amazing and it's free

This app is probably the best free app I have. It has good searchability features and the opportunity to make notes about specific sea life you have seen.
There is informative and easy to read glossary and has good photos and descriptions to aid with identification
Highly recommended
JamanaJamana
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FAQ

What is Fishes: Greater Caribbean?

Fishes: Greater Caribbean is an offline identification guide for the shore-fish fauna of the Caribbean and adjacent areas. It provides detailed information and images for over 1,693 species.

Does Fishes: Greater Caribbean work offline?

Yes, this app works independently of the internet, making it a reliable tool for field identification in remote areas.

How many species are included in Fishes: Greater Caribbean?

The app covers 1,693 species, with an option to focus on a subset of 919 species commonly found at SCUBA diving depths.

Can I create my own lists with Fishes: Greater Caribbean?

Yes, the notebook module allows you to review recently visited species and construct custom lists of your observations, which can be organized in folders and downloaded via email.

What languages does Fishes: Greater Caribbean support?

The app features complete English and Spanish interfaces. You can switch to the Spanish interface by setting your device's language preference to Spanish.

Is Fishes: Greater Caribbean suitable for children?

Fishes: Greater Caribbean has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for younger users interested in learning about marine life. The educational content is designed to be accessible.

How often is Fishes: Greater Caribbean updated?

The latest version of Fishes: Greater Caribbean is 3.0, last updated on February 26, 2026. This indicates a commitment to keeping the content current.

What devices are supported by Fishes: Greater Caribbean?

Fishes: Greater Caribbean is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a broad range of compatibility for Apple users.