iNaturalist 3.3.4

iNaturalist is a social network that allows users to share biodiversity information and learn about nature. Its primary objective is to foster a connection between people and the natural world, while its secondary goal is to generate scientifically valuable biodiversity data through personal encounters.

iNaturalist offers a range of features to assist users in identifying plants and animals. Visual suggestions and verification from dedicated contributors help users accurately identify species. With a vibrant community of over a million scientists and naturalists, users can engage with others to deepen their knowledge of nature. By recording and sharing observations, users contribute to research-quality data that aids scientists in their efforts to understand and protect the environment.

Key Features

• Identification suggestions: Capture or import a photo, and iNaturalist will provide you with the top ten visually similar species matches, allowing you to access further information. You can also view these suggestions without creating an account.
• Community feedback: Create an account to share your observations and initiate discussions about your findings. If you are unsure about the identification of an organism, start with a broader classification (e.g., "plants" or "fungi") to attract more knowledgeable individuals who can refine the identification.
• Comprehensive life record: Utilize iNaturalist to build your life list of documented living organisms. Each observation you create is based on where, when, and what you encountered.
• Scientific grounding: Every identification made on iNaturalist is linked to the tree of life. As a result, you can search for broader classifications such as "Ferns" or "Fungi," as well as species-level identifications like "Humpback Whale."
• Advancing science & conservation: The iNaturalist community shares millions of observations with the Global Biodiversity Information Facility. These data contribute to scientific understanding of biodiversity through open data and open science.
• Citizen science and community involvement: Join one of the many projects on iNaturalist to highlight and collect data about specific species or locations.
• Nonprofit organization: iNaturalist is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in the United States. Its free availability is made possible thanks to the generous support of various organizations and individuals.
• No hidden charges: The app is completely free, reflecting the belief that the beauty of nature should be accessible to everyone.
• Best for wild plants and animals: The iNaturalist community excels in identifying wild flora and fauna compared to garden or horticultural specimens. Step outside and explore the wild!
• Controlled location sharing: Users can control the privacy settings for their location information. They can choose between obscuring the general location or keeping it entirely private. Locations of species at risk are automatically obscured.
• More than a mobile app: iNaturalist offers a wealth of additional features and tools for learning and exploration. Discover the complete experience at inaturalist.org!
• 35+ languages: The multilingual enthusiasts who contribute to iNaturalist have translated the app into more than 35 languages, fostering its global growth.
• A global network: iNaturalist is utilized in every country worldwide. The platform has formal agreements with local organizations in many countries to promote its use. Users can contribute to all iNaturalist Network sites, including Naturalista (Mexico and Colombia), iNaturalist.NZ (New Zealand), iNaturalist.ca (Canada), Biodiversity4All (Portugal), iNaturalistAU (Australia), iNaturalistPa (Panama), iNaturalistEc (Ecuador), ArgentiNat (Argentina), iNaturalistil (Israel), and iNaturalistFi (Suomi/Finland).