New Fish ID Book

[ScubaDiveMaui]

Wow!!!

I just got my copy of John Hoover's newest book: The Ultimate Guide to HAWAIIAN REEF FISHES, Sea Turtles, Dolphins, Whales and Seals

What a fantastic resource & a fun read!!!

Not only does it offer fish identification information, pictures of the various stages of different species, but also behavioral information, Hawaiian legends, anecdotal stories from divers and fisherman, and much more!

Kudos to John Hoover!

Victoria

 

[DiveMaven]

I have the old book and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!! Looks like I'm going to have to get the new one when we're on Maui next month.

Thanks for the heads up!

 

[ChimChim75]

I saw a copy at Barnes and Nobles... It's now on my Xmas list. Looks great!

 

[ScubaSeanMaui]

John H is a really nice guy and very helpful if you have any questions. His Invert book is really nice too! I'll have to pick up his new one! Thanks for sharing!

Sean

 

[Lopaka]

So, how much different is it from the earlier one I have?

 

[ScubaDiveMaui]

The photos are better and the text is better. And the print/color quality of this run is better than the last batch printed.

This book includes many species omitted from previous books, has more in-depth descriptions, and a better selection of photos of various stages of development, color variations, and species interactions... and that's just the photos!

It also includes new information - scientific, behavioral, anecdotal, & incorporates hawaii legends.

I think the concept of this book was to go beyond a basic ID book... this moves more toward detailed information, and in depth observation... more of an educational slant.

It's my understanding that it's not a replacement for the ID book, which will continue to be printed. This book is intended to stand on its own.

Worth checking out! Two thumbs WAY Up!

 

[redrover]

The photos are better and the text is better. And the print/color quality of this run is better than the last batch printed.

This book includes many species omitted from previous books, has more in-depth descriptions, and a better selection of photos of various stages of development, color variations, and species interactions... and that's just the photos!

It also includes new information - scientific, behavioral, anecdotal, & incorporates hawaii legends.

I think the concept of this book was to go beyond a basic ID book... this moves more toward detailed information, and in depth observation... more of an educational slant.

It's my understanding that it's not a replacement for the ID book, which will continue to be printed. This book is intended to stand on its own.

Worth checking out! Two thumbs WAY Up!

Check out his site for the photos of the pages. That is my kind of advertizing - got me sold.

Love the CostCo mention. This guy IS Hawaii, divers, snorklers, goodness knows what else!

 

[VBlueV]

dear santa..

 

[aascubagirl]

It is my favorite book as well! I've tried other fish id books to aid me when I brief my divers and have found his to work the best for me. I've been using it on a daily basis for 4 years! Didn't know a new edition was out, though...I'll have to go check it out. Love the detailed info and the pics are usually great as well. Thanks for the heads up!

 

[aascubagirl]

Oh yes, and if you liked the fish book, you'll also like the invertebrate book - another one of my faves! It is quite a bit more expensive but well worth it as there is even more detailed info and pics.