# African Safariguide > African wildlife identification and observation log for safari-goers. (iPhone/iPad app by Pierre Tharin.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/african-safariguide/id960242526 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Pierre Tharin](https://appshunter.io/developer/960242525) - Category: Travel - Price: $7.99 - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 240 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-02-05 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/african-safariguide/id960242526/reviews.md ## What is African Safariguide? This app allows visitors to identify 70 mammals and 121 birds, which a "normal tourist" would be most likely to see. Once you have identified the animal you have spotted, press a button to list it with date and time of observation, a feature that will help you later when you come to sort your photos once home. The search menu also provides the exact name in English along with the family name; although by "family name", we don't mean "family" in the scientific sense, but rather information about the class (sub­ family, genus or species) to which the animal belongs. You can visually search using the icon on the screen as well as using the keyboard. Mammals The app lists mammals you might see during the day on safari. The app also lists two nocturnal mammals, as you might occasionally spot them on night safaris: genets and galagos, also known as "bush-babies". The following search filters are available to you: • Size • Plantigrade or ungulate Birds Many more than 2'000 different species of bird live south of the Sahara. Some remain in their habitats, while others are migratory birds that over­winter in Africa during the European winter. Sometimes the differences in appearance and body shape are minimal, for instance as is the case with the sand grouse, woodpecker, ibis etc. However, thanks to the family name in the search menu, you'll at least be able to identify to which order the bird belongs. The following search filters are available to you: • Colour of plumage • Size, divided into 
30, 30­/70, 70 cm, in feet/inches: 11'', 11''/2'3'', 2'3''. • Beak length in relation to body length: short/medium/long • Observing location: in and 
on water, on the ground or above ground (e.g. tree, shrub etc.) And now get going and experience the magnificence of the African countryside. ## Key features - Identify 70 mammals and 121 birds - Log observations with date and time - Visual and keyboard search - Search filters for mammals (size, gait) - Search filters for birds (color, size, beak length, location) - Detailed animal family information ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/african-safariguide/id960242526/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Helpful Guide *2022-11-06* Useful for identifying animals and birds while on safari. ### 5/5 — Review *2019-03-07* Loads of info! Great for a wildlife lover like me! ## Frequently asked questions about African Safariguide ### What wildlife can African Safariguide identify? African Safariguide can identify 70 mammals and 121 birds that a typical tourist might encounter. This includes common safari animals and some nocturnal species like genets and galagos. ### How does African Safariguide help with logging sightings? Once you identify an animal, you can press a button to log it with the date and time of your observation. This feature is designed to help you organize your photos and notes after your safari. ### What kind of search filters are available in African Safariguide? For mammals, filters include size and gait (plantigrade or ungulate). For birds, filters cover plumage color, size categories, beak length relative to body length, and observing location (in/on water, on ground, or above ground). ### Does African Safariguide provide scientific classification for animals? The app provides the exact English name and a 'family name' which refers to the class (subfamily, genus, or species) an animal belongs to, rather than a strict scientific family tree. ### On which devices can I use African Safariguide? African Safariguide is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is compatible with Apple's mobile operating systems. ### What is the price of African Safariguide? African Safariguide is a paid application, with a price of $7.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required after the initial purchase. ### How often is African Safariguide updated? The app was last updated on February 16, 2022, with version 4.1.3. While the release date was February 5, 2015, the latest update indicates ongoing maintenance and potential improvements. ### Is African Safariguide suitable for children? African Safariguide has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users. The content focuses on wildlife identification and observation, which is generally appropriate for this age group. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.1.3 — 2022-02-16 Updated contact details ### 4.1.2 — 2019-10-18 Minor enhancements ### 4.1 — 2019-08-29 Database bug fixed ### 4.0 — 2019-01-03 Added new mammals and birds ### 3.5 — 2018-03-05 Minor bug fix ## Apps similar to African Safariguide | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [uPackingList XL](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upackinglist-xl/id1525354506) | 1.0 (9) | Free | Travel | | [airssist](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airssist/id1475774234) | 2.9 (9) | Free | Travel | | [ViAnnecy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viannecy/id1469025603) | — | Free | Travel | | [Medjet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medjet/id1476881233) | 3.5 (14) | Free | Travel | | [Visit Entebbe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visit-entebbe/id1508724293) | — | Free | Travel | | [COZUMEL MAPP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cozumel-mapp/id1538617223) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Pierre Tharin - [African Safariguide Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/african-safariguide-lite/id1190875437) All apps by Pierre Tharin: https://appshunter.io/developer/960242525 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*