# Butterfly Guide - Europe — Common species of W. Europe > Western European butterfly and moth identification and sighting log. (iPhone/iPad app by Spiny Software Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterfly-guide-europe/id567698092 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Spiny Software Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/298766053) - Category: Reference, Education - Price: $6.99 - Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 160 MB - Languages: American English, German (Germany) - Released: 2013-03-29 - Data updated: 2026-08-25 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterfly-guide-europe/id567698092/reviews.md ## What is Butterfly Guide? Identify butterflies and common day-flying moths of Western Europe, including all British butterflies. The app covers an area from Ireland in the west, eastwards to Austria, south to Sicily and north to Finland and Sweden. Select just the species from one country, or browse through all the species. The specially written information about each species includes a variety of photos showing males, females, upper and undersides and any variations, plus a distribution map and notes on appearance, habitat, favourite nectar source, distribution and rarity status. More species will be added at regular intervals. As with other Spiny nature guides, extensive record keeping features are included, with iCloud syncing to keep your data safe. Note the location, time and date of the sighting, make notes, view your records on a map or as a list, and download as an Excel file. You can even add your own photos to the app to compliment the images provided and to really make the app your own! The app also includes a photo-based Butterfly Finder to help identify mystery butterflies using a combination of filters including details of appearance, location, altitude and date. Special features: • Includes the most common day-flying moths as well as butterflies • A photo-based 'Butterfly Finder' based on appearance, habitat, location, date and more • Carefully selected photos of males, females, upper and undersides. • Labelled photos of key features • A 'compare images'feature • A 'History' feature to make it easy to go back to the last species you looked at • A European distribution map for every species • iCloud syncing to keep your data safe • A back-up system so you can save your data • Export your list of sightings • You can add your own photos of the butterfly or its habitat ## Key features - Butterfly and moth identification - Detailed species information - Distribution maps - Photo-based identification tool - Sighting logging with notes and location - iCloud syncing - Custom photo uploads ## Recent user reviews (10 of 45) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/butterfly-guide-europe/id567698092/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Please update!! 🙏🏻 *2026-07-05* Perfect for the UK, but very limited for the rest of Europe, as a great number of species are missing. It’s a huge pity this app is no longer supported, as it has the potential to fill a niche that others do not. ### 5/5 — Butterflies *2018-10-04* A Superb App For Identifying Butterflies Spiny Apps Are Great ### 3/5 — Bitte Update *2018-04-26* Das ist so eine tolle App.Warum wird sie nicht gepflegt und mal aktualisiert,auch was das Design betrifft..Zumal sie ja auch nicht gerade billig ist.Bitte aktualisiert doch mal diese tolle App. ### 5/5 — Brilliant Butterfly app *2017-04-08* This is an excellent app. It's so easy to identify butterflies and learn about them too. Thoroughly recommend. ### 5/5 — Sehr gute Schmetterling-Bestimmungs App *2016-07-28* Mit dieser App lassen sich sehr gut am Wegesrand beobachtete Schmetterlinge bestimmen. Selbst wenn der Falter-Finder einmal nicht ganz richtig trifft, so lotst er einen doch auf die richtige Spur und der Schmetterling kann identifiziert werden. Klare Empfehlung! ### 5/5 — Excellent app *2016-07-20* Really impressed with the slick upgrade of this app. It's really intuitive, lightning fast, and highly informative. 5 out of 5. ### 5/5 — Really useful app *2016-06-30* I find this app very useful and well laid out, easy to use and find what I'm looking for, then being able to take a pic of the butterfly is an added bonus. Added together with the other apps for birds and wildflowers makes a much easier option than carrying books out on a walk. ### 5/5 — Mr *2016-03-20, version 1.1.1* Excellent! ### 5/5 — Excellent app *2015-10-17, version 1.1.1* We enjoy using this app when out on walks or in the garden to identify or confirm sightings. We Recommend. ### 5/5 — Worthy of beauty *2015-10-07, version 1.1.1* Splendid App. Cannot see how it could be improved. ## Frequently asked questions about Butterfly Guide ### What does the Butterfly Guide - Europe app do? This app helps you identify butterflies and common day-flying moths found in Western Europe. It provides detailed information on each species, including photos, distribution maps, habitat details, and rarity status. You can also log your sightings with notes and locations. ### How do I identify a butterfly with this app? The app features a photo-based 'Butterfly Finder' that assists in identification. You can use filters based on appearance, habitat, location, and date to narrow down the possibilities. Additionally, you can browse species directly or use the 'compare images' feature. ### Is the Butterfly Guide - Europe app free to use? Based on the provided information, this app is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase for full access. ### What countries does the Butterfly Guide - Europe cover? The app covers a wide area of Western Europe, extending from Ireland in the west to Austria in the east. It includes regions as far south as Sicily and as far north as Finland and Sweden, encompassing all British butterflies. ### Can I save my butterfly sightings? Yes, the app includes extensive record-keeping features. You can note the location, time, and date of your sightings, add personal notes, and even upload your own photos. Your data is synced via iCloud for safekeeping and can be exported as an Excel file. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.1 — 2022-07-20 Bug fix. ### 2.0.0 — 2022-05-11 The app has been updated to run on all current iOS devices. ### 1.2.0 — 2016-04-20 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. The update includes a fix for a crash in the Butterfly Finder on the iPad. ### 1.1.1 — 2015-10-06 The app has been updated for iOS 9. ### 1.1.0 — 2015-04-07 Bug fix. ## Apps similar to Butterfly Guide | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Train Identifier](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-identifier/id6749937544) | — | Free | Reference | | [Dragonfly Id Britain & Europe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragonfly-id-britain-and-europe/id1574437346) | — | $24.99 | Reference | | [Dragonflies & Damselflies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragonflies-and-damselflies/id436991286) | — | $11.99 | Reference | | [BIRD SONGS Europe North Africa](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-songs-europe-north-africa/id889786452) | 4.3 (3) | $79.99 | Reference | | [BWP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bwp/id1451326170) | 5.0 (2) | $35.99 | Reference | | [Birds of Europe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/birds-of-europe/id1044550471) | — | $18.99 | Reference | ## More apps by Spiny Software Ltd - [Birds of Britain Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/birds-of-britain-pro/id360451309) - [Chirp! 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