Crow Scientist

Crow Scientist

Become a Crow Scientist!

3 ratings
2 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 19 Jul 2026)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 23, 2020
  • June 20, 2023

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About

This app guides young learners to observe crows like real scientists. It features expert insights, photo and audio guides for identification, and tracks observations to earn shareable certificates. Users can even contribute their own crow photos.

Expert-led crow observation guidance
Photo and audio identification tools
Observation tracking (daily, yearly, lifetime)
Earnable certificates for completing lists
User photo contributions
Field notes for real-world observation
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What's New in Crow Scientist

2.21

June 20, 2023

Update required by Apple.

User reviews

Fantastic

I just had a conversation with a neighbor about crows flying to their evening roost. Now I can say “there’s an app for that too!”

Fabulous idea, quirky privacy issue

Love the idea, but within minutes of installation the app accessed my camera roll and when I clicked on what I thought would be crow pictures saw instead photos from my phone. I didn’t give the app permission to access my camera. Deleted the app. But it’s an intriguing idea for science education.

Response from developer

I am very sorry about this, I have followed the privacy policies very carefully. But I would like to clear up what happens. The Crow Scientist app NEVER has direct access to any photos, never access the camera. We deliberately did not access the camera for this and other reasons. What happens is this: 1: You tap to add an image; 2: the Crow Scientist sends a request to the photo library; 3 The Crow Scientist hibernates -- yes, goes away, it does not in any way 'see' the photos, cannot open them, capture them, share them. 4: You select a photo in the photo library; 5: The photo library sends the image back to the Crow Scientist and wakes it up; 6: The Crow Scientist receives the image and places it in the app. If you cancel, the Crow Scientist just wakes up and continues as if nothing happened. At no time, ever, does the Crow Scientist 'see' or have any direct access to your photos or camera, and it never shares any information about you, your device, or any of your images. I am sorry for the misunderstanding. But your suggestion is a good one, I will put in a special request for first-time users just to be certain.

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FAQ

What is Crow Scientist?

Crow Scientist is an educational app designed to teach children how to observe crows like real scientists. It provides expert guidance, identification tools, and tracks user observations to earn certificates.

What kind of observations does Crow Scientist track?

Crow Scientist tracks various crow behaviors like foraging and calls, as well as observations related to the breeding season and rare sightings such as sunbathing crows or those with white feathers.

Can I contribute to Crow Scientist?

Yes, users can contribute to Crow Scientist by uploading their own crow images, which will be added to the app's existing photo archives.

What are the learning benefits of Crow Scientist?

The app helps young scientists learn about crow behavior, identify different crow calls and behaviors using photos and audio, and understand the crow life cycle.

Does Crow Scientist have ads?

No, Crow Scientist is free of advertisements.

What devices is Crow Scientist available on?

Crow Scientist is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Crow Scientist updated?

The app was last updated on June 20, 2023, with version 2.21.

What is the age rating for Crow Scientist?

Crow Scientist has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children.