West Coast Fish ID 1.0.2

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, in collaboration with the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, has recently introduced the West Coast Fish ID application for mobile devices.

Spanning the North American West Coast, this region offers an array of fishing opportunities unrivaled globally. Whether pursuing Rockfish by the Columbia River estuary, angling for Salmon in the Sacramento River, or venturing offshore for Tuna, the breadth of options is vast.

To sustain this intricate array of opportunities and fishing communities, anglers must be adept at identifying the species they encounter.

The West Coast Fish ID application serves as a comprehensive digital compendium of common fish species indigenous to the North American West Coast. Through high-quality images, illustrations, and detailed characteristic lists, the application aids in swift identification of frequently targeted species in North American West Coast fisheries. Moreover, the app offers insights on distinguishing between similar fish species.