Most often seen by divers and snorkelers. Usually found perching on rock or coral. Body patterns are variations of reds and browns. Alternating dark/light stripe along side of body. 4-5 darker bars of varying width along back.
Welcome to the Citizen Science Corner, our quarterly feature to celebrate those who recently reached a milestone in our Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Here are achievements from April, May and June 2025.
100 Survey Milestone
This is a new award for REEF members who have conducted 100+ surveys. Congratulations to those who have earned this award within the last three months!
- Harvey Suprenant
- Kevin Abbott
- Jim Minor
- Carolyn Corley
Experience Level Advancements
Welcome to the Citizen Science Corner, our quarterly feature to celebrate those who recently reached a milestone in our Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Here are achievements from January, February and March 2025.
Juvenile Hamlet Award
The Juvenile Hamlet Award is for individuals who have conducted 500+ REEF surveys. Congratulations to our latest Juvenile Hamlet Club members:
Refresher for PNW REEF Surveyors and More
Has it been awhile since your last survey? Or maybe you’re just curious about REEF’s Volunteer Fish Survey Project and want to know how it works?
Join Jackie Myers for a mini-review of South Puget Sound fish and invertebrates including a brief tutorial on how to enter survey results in the REEF database.
Everyone is welcome, whether new or experienced.
Join us for a FREE Fish ID Class at Trans World Radio (TWR) Bonaire Headquarters on Tuesday, March 18, starting at 7:00pm AST!
Expert REEF surveyor, Carmen Toanchina, will be teaching.
What to Expect:
• Learn to identify local species of fish
• Explore what it means to be a citizen scientist and contribute data to the Volunteer Fish Survey Project
• Gather with fellow ocean lovers. All are welcome!
Don’t miss out on this fun and educational experience - suitable for all ages and experience levels!
Gobies: The Ocean’s Hidden Gems!