# Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)

> Offline field guide for identifying Singapore butterflies with photos and search. (iPhone/iPad app by Nature Society (Singapore).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterflies-of-singapore-nss/id514900227 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nature Society (Singapore)](https://appshunter.io/developer/513185558)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 76 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-04-18
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterflies-of-singapore-nss/id514900227/reviews.md

## What is Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)?

This mobile field guide for the butterflies of Singapore from the Nature Society (Singapore) features 440 awe-inspiring butterfly photographs from all six butterfly families (Papilionidae, Pieridae, Nymphalidae, Riodinidae, Lycaenidae and Hesperiidae) found in Singapore. All photographs were selected for their distinctive features to facilitate identification. Species known to be dimorphic have pictures of both genders shown while the different forms of a polymorphic species are highlighted as well. 

Feature list :
- Four easy to use navigation views – List, Thumbnail, Gallery and Family views
- Narrow down browsing list by habitat, butterfly characteristics such as eyespots and tails using filters
- Search by common name, scientific name, colour, abundance, size, habitat and flight speed
- Show Similar feature displays only similar looking species
- Compare feature shows two photos side by side with synchronized pan and zoom
- Survey feature and personal life list embedded with automatic time stamp and GPS coordinates 
- Once installed, application does not need a mobile or internet signal.

## Key features

- 440 high-quality butterfly photographs
- Detailed species identification
- Offline functionality
- Search by multiple criteria
- Compare species side-by-side
- Personal life list with GPS

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterflies-of-singapore-nss/id514900227/reviews.md

### 1/5 — 🐶💩

*2019-06-15*

Baddddddddd

### 5/5 — Very nice app!

*2012-05-06*

The search feature on this app is great. It allows you to search by rarity, habitat, size, color, speed, markings, similar characteristics, etc. Unfortunately, a few of the listings don't have images, but this doesn't affect my rating because I figure they'll take care of this in updates. The factoids are a nice touch. This app is very well-designed!

## Frequently asked questions about Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)

### Does Butterflies of Singapore have ads?

No, Butterflies of Singapore does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### How many butterfly species are covered by Butterflies of Singapore?

Butterflies of Singapore covers 440 species of butterflies found in Singapore, representing all six butterfly families.

### Can I use Butterflies of Singapore without an internet connection?

Yes, once installed, Butterflies of Singapore does not require a mobile or internet signal, making it perfect for field use.

### What information can I search for in Butterflies of Singapore?

You can search by common name, scientific name, colour, abundance, size, habitat, and flight speed to identify butterflies.

### How does the compare feature work in Butterflies of Singapore?

The compare feature allows you to view two butterfly photos side-by-side with synchronized pan and zoom, aiding in detailed identification.

### What devices is Butterflies of Singapore compatible with?

Butterflies of Singapore is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Butterflies of Singapore updated?

The latest version, 1.14, was released on July 21, 2015. The app was initially released on April 18, 2012.

### What is the age rating for Butterflies of Singapore?

Butterflies of Singapore has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users and families.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.14 — 2015-07-21

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

Support larger size screen and bug fixes

### 1.12 — 2012-09-19

Navigation improvements

### 1.11 — 2012-07-06

Updated database

### 1.1 — 2012-05-17

Optimizations

### 1.0 — 2012-04-16

No release notes.

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