# BBC Earth Colouring

> Digital coloring app featuring wildlife illustrations from BBC Earth documentaries. (iPhone/iPad app by BBC Studios Distribution Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-earth-colouring/id1169502159 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/344138454)
- Category: Entertainment, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 90 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-11-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-earth-colouring/id1169502159/reviews.md

## What is BBC Earth Colouring?

BBC Earth colouring is released to coincide with the global launch of PLANET EARTH II - the latest Attenborough-narrated wildlife documentary epic from the BBC's Natural History Unit. 

Free to download, the app features packs of 12 intricate line drawings based on iconic shots from the new inspirational series - the first picture in each pack is free, with the remainder available as an in-app purchase. 

Each illustration is accompanied by a Fact File and can be meticulously coloured using free-form and block-fill colouring tools - all of your artistic creations can then be uploaded and shared across your favourite social media. 

Launched with 3 initial packs, there are 36 illustrations based on iconic shots from PLANET EARTH II. Future pack releases will draw on BBC Earth's archives to bring you new sets of illustrations inspired by the natural world.  

Key Features:
•	Switch effortlessly between free-form paint tools and block-fill colouring to produce accomplished images with light, shade and texture. 
•	Pick from hundreds of shades and colours arranged in a spectrum of specially-created wildlife palettes.
•	Save your sensational pictures in your artwork library. 
•	Share your impressive creations with all your friends using our in-built sharing functionality.
•	Check out our ‘be inspired’ gallery for inspiration or search social media using #bbcearthcolouring
•	Experiment with our free preview picture and then buy packs and discounted bundles in the BBC Earth colouring store.

Customer Care:
If you experience any technical issues with this app please get in touch with our Customer Care Team. Most issues can be easily fixed and we are always happy to help. Contact us at support@scarybeasties.com

Privacy: 
This app does not collect or store any personal data from your device. View our privacy policy here https://www.bbcworldwide.com/home/mobile-apps/

Permissions:
This app asks for permission to send you push notifications. Push notifications can be changed in your device's settings. 

This app offers in-app purchases which cost real money and which will be charged to your store account. In-app purchase options can be changed in your device's settings. 

This app asks for permission to access the camera of your device to allow storage of your creations in your photo library. You can turn down permission but you will not be able to save pictures to your camera roll.

This app does not collect or store any personal data from your device.  

About BBC Worldwide:
BBC Worldwide create commercial products that help fund BBC productions. 

About Scary Beasties:
Scary Beasties is a mobile and online games designer and developer. Be the first to hear about our other apps: on twitter @scarybeasties or 
www.facebook.com/scarybeasties. Check out our website: www.scarybeasties.com.

A Scary Beasties production for BBC Worldwide.

## Key features

- Free-form and block-fill coloring tools
- Hundreds of wildlife-themed colors
- Save artwork to library
- In-app sharing functionality
- Inspiration gallery
- In-app purchases for new illustration packs

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLANET EARTH II bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| grasslands and cities | $0.99 | one-time |
| islands and deserts | $0.99 | one-time |
| mountains and jungles | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-earth-colouring/id1169502159/reviews.md

### 5/5 — :p

*2026-04-15*

Add it to scary beasties Ltd.

### 2/5 — Bonnie

*2025-06-16*

Not easy to color

### 3/5 — Ok 😐

*2024-09-12*

Only lets you color a few ☹️
The rest are for money

### 3/5 — Not Free

*2020-01-31*

This seems like a good app, but do not mistake it for free.  If you want to draw more than three pictures, you will have to pay.

### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS APP

*2019-01-09*

THIS CALMED MY DOWN EXTREMELY QUICLY

### 5/5 — Very good

*2017-02-03*

Very good colouring app

### 2/5 — Needs landscape mode

*2017-01-22*

I wouldn't mind paying for the packs, but it seems kind of ridiculous in this day and age not to have landscape orientation support. Useless right now to us, as my young daughter uses her iPad only in landscape mode (that's the only way the stand in her case works). Seems a really significant oversight in an app like this :(

### 5/5 — What a lovely App

*2016-12-25*

How nice and easy to use this is!  What a clever App.  You will be happy with this; My family and I are enjoying this App especially yesterday and today on Christmas.  I liked the treefrog picture the most.  They are all very nice pictures.

### 5/5 — Beautiful app

*2016-12-23*

The setup is lovely, as are the results… And aaaahh, the calming effect on one's heart rate while colouring! Thanks Scary Beasties for another great app.

### 1/5 — POS

*2016-12-14*

No landscape mode? Actual rating is -10. Delete.

## Frequently asked questions about BBC Earth Colouring

### What is BBC Earth Colouring?

BBC Earth Colouring is a digital application that allows users to color intricate line drawings inspired by iconic shots from the BBC's Planet Earth II wildlife documentary series. It offers various coloring tools and palettes, and users can save and share their artwork.

### What are the key features of the app?

The app features free-form and block-fill coloring tools, hundreds of specially-created wildlife color palettes, the ability to save artwork to a personal library, and in-built sharing functionality. It also includes an inspiration gallery and offers new illustration packs through in-app purchases.

### How much does BBC Earth Colouring cost?

The app is free to download. While the first illustration in each pack is free, the remaining drawings within a pack are available as in-app purchases. Users can also buy discounted bundles.

### What devices is BBC Earth Colouring compatible with?

The description does not explicitly state device compatibility. However, it mentions asking for permission to access the device's camera for saving creations to the photo library, suggesting it is designed for mobile devices like smartphones and tablets.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for relaxation and creative expression through coloring. Users can enjoy coloring scenes from nature documentaries, experiment with different color combinations, and share their finished artwork with friends and family on social media.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2018-05-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

minor amends

### 1.0 — 2016-11-23

No release notes.

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