iNaturalist Classic app icon

Apps Like iNaturalist Classic for iPhone and iPad

Record biodiversity encounters and contribute science.

The app allows users to identify species and record their biodiversity encounters. Observations can be added to projects and shared to contribute to science and conservation efforts.

by iNaturalist★ 4.64,712 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-17

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  1. Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds app icon

    Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds

    Buddy Bird Inc

    Identify by photo or sound

    Identify bird species through photo or sound. Receive alerts when visit. Get collectible postcard photos. Learn bird facts. Sync with smart bird feeder. Share sightings and track visits.

    ★ 4.852,775 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  2. iTrack Wildlife Pro app icon

    iTrack Wildlife Pro

    Jonah Evans

    Track animal prints and identify species

    Identifies animal tracks and species. Users can search by track, species, or habitat. View detailed descriptions, images, and behavior notes. Download field guides and save observations for later review.

    ★ 4.034 ratingsReference$14.99Data updated 2026-11-13
  3. PlantNet app icon

    PlantNet

    CTRE COOP INTERNAT RECHERCHE AGRO DEV

    Identify plants with smartphone photographs.

    The app identifies plants from user-submitted photographs. It collects and analyzes images to understand plant biodiversity and preservation.

    ★ 4.67,041 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-10-10
  4. Identify Birds – Smart Bird ID app icon

    Identify Birds – Smart Bird ID

    Yellow Cardinal Inc.

    Identify birds by photo or sound

    Identify birds by photo or sound with real-time AI recognition. View gender and age details. Explore songs and learn about species. Join global -watching community. Share observations and contribute to collective data.

    ★ 4.716,776 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-13
  5. Ecosia: Search to plant trees app icon

    Ecosia: Search to plant trees

    Ecosia GmbH

    And online

    The web and support climate action by planting . Use the to browse the internet, earn money from ads, and allocate 100% of profits to fund tree planting in biodiversity hotspots. Track progress and learn about environmental impact.

    ★ 4.79,431 ratingsUtilitiesFreeData updated 2026-09-13
  6. Plantify: AI Plant Identifier app icon

    Plantify: AI Plant Identifier

    DEEP FLOW SOFTWARE SERVICES - FZCO

    Identify plants and learn care tips

    Identify plants by uploading images or taking photos. Access detailed species information, care tips, and growing conditions. View care guides and learn about different types and their needs.

    ★ 4.610,016 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  7. ScratchJr app icon

    ScratchJr

    Scratch Foundation, Inc.

    Children program interactive stories and games.

    The app allows young children to program interactive stories and games by snapping together graphical programming blocks. Children learn problem-solving, project design, and creative expression while developing early numeracy and literacy skills.

    ★ 3.91,848 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-11-06
  8. Bug Identifier: Spider app icon

    Bug Identifier: Spider

    FAMO Connect LLC

    Identify insects with a photo

    Identify insects, bugs, and spiders by uploading a photo. Receive common and scientific names, category, detailed description, features, habitat, and lifecycle information. View high-resolution images and compare with similar species.

    ★ 4.33,935 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-06

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