The naturalist diver is a curious observer. They learn to identify species and understand how they live. Their knowledge develops through diving, consulting guides and exchanging ideas with other enthusiasts.
The biology diver, as presented in this article, follows a more scientific approach. They may make detailed observations, take measurements or collect information using a specified method. Both are interested in marine life, but they do not study it in quite the same way.
The naturalist diver and the biology diver both begin by observing the underwater world.

Naturalist diving requires no particular scientific knowledge. It allows you to discover species and their behaviour at your own pace.

Biology diving is more organised. It may involve following a protocol, taking measurements or recording certain observations precisely.

Naturalist diving and biology diving
On the left, a naturalist diver watches a grouper. On the right, measurements are taken on kelp using a quadrat. Left image: dive.explo360.fr Right image: Dugornay Olivier (2009). © dive.explo360.fr — All rights reserved. Reproduction prohibited without permission.

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