# Scuba Fish Hawaii — Fish ID for scuba divers

> Hawaii marine life identification guide for divers and snorkelers. (iPhone/iPad app by John P. Hoover.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scuba-fish-hawaii/id1229284126 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John P. Hoover](https://appshunter.io/developer/520389659)
- Category: Travel, Reference
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 460 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-04-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scuba-fish-hawaii/id1229284126/reviews.md

## What is Scuba Fish Hawaii?

Updated July 2026. Covers 367 fish seen by scuba divers (and all fish seen by snorkelers). Flip through screens like pages of a book or find a fish quickly by color or shape. Up to 5 photos per fish— showing juveniles, males, females, color variations. Videos of each fish too. Save fish you've seen in the Log Book. Sharpen your fish ID skills with flashcard-style Quiz Mode.

- Targeted to scuba divers and advanced snorkelers. 
- 366 species / 950+ photos
- Identify fish by color, shape, family group, name (common, scientific, or Hawaiian).
- Videos of all fish (requires internet)
- Flashcard-style quiz mode.
- Links to Fishbase and Reef.org for each fish.
- Logbook: save fish, add notes, share Logbook.
- Works great on iPads too.

Created by John Hoover, author of Hawaii's best-selling marine life ID books: The Ultimate Guide to Hawaiian Reef Fishes, and: Hawaii's Sea Creatures, a Guide to Hawaii's Marine Invertebrates. Check them out on Amazon.

## Key features

- Fish identification by color, shape, and family
- Detailed profiles with multiple photos and videos
- Interactive quiz mode for skill testing
- Logbook to save sightings and add notes
- Links to external marine life databases
- Works on iPhone and iPad

## Chart rankings

- #174 in Top Paid · Travel (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scuba-fish-hawaii/id1229284126/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Scuba Fish Hawaii

*2025-09-19*

This is easy to use and identify all the varieties we see in Hawaii. Even for snorkeling in retirement after years of scuba, we find most of these fish.

### 5/5 — Love this app!

*2024-12-11*

Studying for the next REEF surveyor level was never easier! I love how Mr. Hoover included the REEF ranking numbers and his pictures are so well-chosen and his descriptions so succinct. Worth every penny.

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2023-12-02*

I'm taking a reef ID class here in Hawaii where I live, swim and snorkel; classification of species and family and the clear photos are better than the syllabus in the class. And the instructor actually recommends this app too. Mahalo nui loa for this great tool!

### 5/5 — Perfect companion to the book

*2023-01-19*

I love this app! Easy to navigate and find the fish you want to ID. And I love the quiz feature! 

Well done Mr. Hoover!

### 5/5 — Easy To Immerse in Local Names and Identification

*2022-12-04*

As a dive pro, this app makes it really easy for me to give my divers a taste of Hawaiian style.  Absolutely love how easy it is to find the less easy to identify aquatic life, then tie that in to the local culture.  I continue to recommend it to my dive buddies, and it makes for a really good time over drinks comparing what we saw post-dive.

### 5/5 — GREAT color underwater fishing ID

*2022-10-27*

Helping me to ID Target āspecies reef fishing.   Includes most hawaiian names as well.   Mahalo!  🤙🏽

### 5/5 — Wonderful App!

*2022-10-07*

This app is beautifully organized. Very user friendly, so it’s very easy to find what you are looking for with multiple search options. 

Common & scientific names with a nice amount of specifics. 

Well thought out all around. And no mining of app users data! 

THANK YOU

### 5/5 — Live this app!

*2022-04-06*

I use this all the time after a dive! Since I don’t carry my book with me, the app gives me a portable option on my phone.

### 5/5 — Makes it fun and easy to ID reef fish

*2021-12-06*

We’ve really enjoyed using this app during a weeklong trip to Maui. The pictures and videos are excellent. Organization is great. It’s fun to see the Hawaiian names for all the fish. And it’s nice to be able to log and export or share our notes for the fish we see. It includes some notes on habitat, diet, behavior, and identification for each fish. For example, I was trying to ID a particular Goatfish that didn’t quite match the pictures and names. Then I noticed in the description for the Squarespot Goatfish that the dark spot on its side sometimes disappears.

### 5/5 — Wonderful app

*2021-07-21*

Clear, easy to use, great photos and wonderful to create and keep your own memento “book” of what was seen.

## Frequently asked questions about Scuba Fish Hawaii

### What is Scuba Fish Hawaii?

Scuba Fish Hawaii is a mobile application designed to help scuba divers and snorkelers identify the fish they encounter in Hawaii. It provides detailed information, photos, and videos for hundreds of species.

### How many fish species does Scuba Fish Hawaii cover?

The app covers 366 fish species, featuring over 950 photos. It is specifically targeted towards scuba divers and advanced snorkelers.

### Can I identify fish by color or shape with Scuba Fish Hawaii?

Yes, you can quickly find a fish by searching for its color or shape. The app also allows identification by family group, common name, scientific name, or Hawaiian name.

### Does Scuba Fish Hawaii have a feature to save my sightings?

Yes, the app includes a Logbook feature where you can save the fish you've seen, add personal notes, and even share your Logbook entries.

### Is Scuba Fish Hawaii available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Scuba Fish Hawaii is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Compatibility with Android is not specified.

### How much does Scuba Fish Hawaii cost?

Scuba Fish Hawaii is a paid application, priced at $9.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

### Does Scuba Fish Hawaii have ads?

No, Scuba Fish Hawaii does not contain advertisements. It is a paid app without any ad support.

### How often is Scuba Fish Hawaii updated?

The app was last updated on January 21, 2026, indicating regular updates to ensure content accuracy and functionality. The current version is 3.7.3.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2026-07-24

Updated for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass. A few bugs squashed.

### 4.0 — 2026-07-14

Updated for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass.

### 3.7.3 — 2026-01-21

Broken Fishbase link fixed.

### 3.7.2 — 2024-10-13

A new fish added.

### 3.7.1 — 2024-09-10

Updated some scientific names and photos.

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All apps by John P. Hoover: https://appshunter.io/developer/520389659

## Related topics

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