Marine Fish Identification Workshop

The Marine Fish Identification Workshop will be held on March 29 and 30. The event, organized by researcher João Franco, will take place at the Cetemares Building in Peniche, and includes a field trip to the Berlengas Nature Reserve. ​

This workshop is a unique opportunity to explore the underwater world through visual surveys and learn how to identify common marine fish on the Portuguese Atlantic coast. Combining theory and practice, participants will develop essential skills for observing and recording marine biodiversity.

Program
Day 1 (March 29) - Techniques and Identification
Venue: CETEMARES Building, Peniche
 Sampling methods - Visual surveys
 Identification of ichthyofauna
 Tips for improving your ability to recognize underwater species

Day 2 (March 30) - Practice in the Berlengas Nature Reserve
Location: Berlengas Nature Reserve + CETEMARES Building, Peniche
 Application of techniques in a real environment
 Diving (optional)
 Evaluation and discussion of the data obtained

Target audience
General public, environmental technicians, higher education students (1st, 2nd and 3rd cycles), postgraduates and marine fauna enthusiasts

Cost
- Workshop without diving - 60€
- Workshop with diving (for certified participants) - 90€
- Workshop with diving + equipment (for certified participants) - 100€
- Workshop with diving baptism (accompanied by an instructor, no certification required) - 140€

Registration until March 21 HERE