05Fish identification for tanks, catches, reefs, and dives
Identify fish from profile and markings.
Photograph the fish in profile when you can, then add the fins, tail, head, and markings. With Fishr, you can compare a likely species and the visible evidence behind it.
- Best view
- Full side profile
- Add
- Fins + markings
- Record
- Water + place
How You Identify Fish
Take 3 clear steps. Compare the result yourself.
Use clear evidence, then check the visible clues against the likely match.
Find the profile
Capture the whole fish from the side without handling or stressing it for a photograph.
Trace the anatomy
Compare the head, body depth, fins, tail, stripes, spots, and other visible marks.
Keep the water context
Save the tank, reef, river, coast, depth, or catch location with your record.
Explore the App
See exactly what you can review in Fishr AI: Fish Identifier.
Choose a screen. Review the match, save your find, compare nearby results, map it, ask a question, or practise.
Handle Fish Responsibly
Follow local rules and release the fish safely.
Keep the fish in the water when you can. Handle it only when local rules allow you to, and ask a local expert before you eat an unknown catch.Photograph a fish for better evidenceCheck What You Found
Use a guide to check your result.
Fishr FAQ
Get answers before you identify your next fish.
01How can I identify a fish with Fishr?
Photograph the fish in profile when you can, then add the fins, tail, head, and markings. With Fishr, you can compare a likely species and the visible evidence behind it. Treat the candidate as a starting point and compare the visible evidence before you rely on the name.
Read the full guide02Can I download Fishr for free?
You can download Fishr for free. The current App Store description says you need a paid subscription to use its features. Check the listing for current plans before you subscribe.
03What should I photograph for a better fish identification?
Capture the whole fish from the side without handling or stressing it for a photograph. Compare the head, body depth, fins, tail, stripes, spots, and other visible marks. Save the tank, reef, river, coast, depth, or catch location with your record. Keep the original photographs so you can compare the likely candidate with a trusted regional source or qualified expert.
Read the full guide04How much confidence should I place in a Fishr result?
You won’t find a verified universal accuracy percentage in the current App Store listing. Your framing, lighting, visible details, and location can change the result. Use confidence to judge uncertainty, then compare the visible evidence yourself.
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