FIFISH underwater ROV equipped for drone water sampling in reservoirs and natural water environments.

Aquatic Monitoring & Conservation

Observe aquatic habitats, inspect nets and collect water or sediment samples with a FIFISH ROV. Reach a chosen depth, watch the sampling process live and save 4K footage alongside each field visit.

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A Better Way to Sample and Monitor

Boat-based sampling and cast bottles are slow, weather-bound and limited to where you can reach. A tethered ROV collects water and sediment at a chosen depth, records the position, and inspects nets and habitats on the same dive.

Core Capabilities
Cost Model
Coverage & Depth Control
Visual Context
Sample Collection
Diver Requirement
Field Records
★ BEST CHOICE
FIFISH ROV
Observe ✓ · Sample ✓
Reusable equipment investment
Mobile coverage at selected depths
Live 4K view during sampling
Water or sediment with accessories¹
No diver required
4K records and optional GNSS²
Diver Survey
Observe ✓ · Sample ✓
Pay per dive
Coverage within diver access limits
Direct visual observation
Manual water or sediment sampling
Diver deployment required
Notes, photos or video
Sampling Bottle / Niskin
Observe — · Sample ✓
Reusable sampling equipment
One sampling point per cast
No visual context
Discrete water samples
No diver required
Manual depth and site notes
Fixed Underwater Camera
Observe ✓ · Sample —
Reusable camera system
Localized coverage around camera position
Continuous view from one position
Unavailable
No diver required
Video from one position

¹ Requires a compatible 500 mL Water Sampler or Underwater Mud Sampler.

² GNSS provides coordinates when the module is at the surface. It is not underwater GPS.

DIMENSION
Core Capabilities
Cost Model
Coverage & Depth Control
Visual Context
Sample Collection
Diver Requirement
Field Records
FIFISH ROV
Observe ✓ · Sample ✓
Reusable equipment investment
Mobile coverage at selected depths
Live 4K view during sampling
Water or sediment with accessories¹
No diver required
4K records and optional GNSS²
Diver Survey
Observe ✓ · Sample ✓
Pay per dive
Coverage within diver access limits
Direct visual observation
Manual water or sediment sampling
Diver deployment required
Notes, photos or video
Sampling Bottle / Niskin
Observe — · Sample ✓
Reusable sampling equipment
One sampling point per cast
No visual context
Discrete water samples
No diver required
Manual depth and site notes
Fixed Underwater Camera
Observe ✓ · Sample —
Reusable camera system
Localized coverage around camera position
Continuous view from one position
Unavailable
No diver required
Video from one position

FIFISH ROV Key Capabilities

Built for research-grade sampling and monitoring

4K Camera & AI Vision

Observe fish, habitats and net conditions with live 4K imaging and AI-assisted tracking.

Depth-Specific Water Sampler

Collect water at a chosen depth for research and quality testing.

Underwater Mud / Sediment Sampler

Collect sediment for benthic and environmental analysis.

Remote, Low-Disturbance Operation

Observe and sample with less direct human presence.

GNSS Surface Position Reference

Save surface coordinates for sampling areas and repeat visits.

Up to 300 m Tether Options

Extend operating range across reservoirs and open-water sites.

* Specifications and payloads vary by model and configuration.
* Water Sampler, Mud Sampler and GNSS Locator are separate accessories.

How It Works

A sampling or monitoring run in four steps.

01
Deploy
Lower the ROV into the reservoir, pen or study site.
02
Navigate
Pilot to the target area and hold the required depth.
03
Observe & Sample
Watch the live view while collecting water or sediment with the onboard sampler.
04
Label & Review
Log the position and 4K footage with GNSS for traceable, repeatable results.

Who It's For

From research teams to fish farms and conservation groups, FIFISH covers sampling and monitoring.

Environmental & scientific researchers
Collect depth-specific water and sediment samples and capture matching 4K footage for study.
Government & agency field teams
Run reservoir inspection, water sampling and habitat monitoring on a schedule.
Aquaculture farm managers
Inspect nets and check fish health without a dive team.
Conservation groups
Survey habitats and monitor aquatic life with minimal disturbance.

See It in Action

See how FIFISH ROVs are used across real Hull inspection tasks worldwide.

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Depth-Specific Water Sampling

FIFISH E-GO + Water Sampler

Collected samples at set depths across a reservoir with GNSS-marked points.

Fish Farm Net Inspection

Fish Farm Net Inspection

FIFISH V-EVO

Inspected pen nets and checked fish behavior without stressing stock.

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Sampling & Research Accessories

Match the platform to the fieldwork.

500mL Water Sampler
$699.00
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Underwater Mud Sampler
$1,680.00
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GNSS Locator
$1,600.00
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Why Buy From QYSEA Store?

1-Year Warranty
for All ROVs & selected accessories
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Free Shipping to US & CA
on all ROVs and accessory orders over $200
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30-Day Free Returns
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Full Range of FIFISH Accessories
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In Stock & Ships Within 1 Week
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

INSPECTION & PERFORMANCE

It collects depth-specific water samples with the 500mL Water Sampler and sediment with the Underwater Mud Sampler, so you gather research-grade water and sediment on a single dive.

An ROV reaches an exact depth and marked point on demand, captures 4K video of the site, and records the position, so deep-water and reservoir samples are repeatable without a boat crew.

Yes. The water and sediment samplers, close-range 4K video and GNSS positioning suit eDNA, benthic and ecological fieldwork. Confirm sample handling meets your protocol.

It runs aquaculture net inspection for damage and biofouling and lets you check fish health in 4K without a diver. As an aquaculture ROV it keeps net checks routine and low-cost.

The GNSS Locator records surface positions, points of interest and mission tracks for traceable sampling, but not lab chain-of-custody unless separately confirmed.

With tethers up to 300m, it handles most reservoir inspection and deep-water sampling depths.

PURCHASE & SUPPORT

International shipping availability depends on the destination. Please contact our team to confirm shipping options for your region.

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