# Forest Insect Pests

> Educational app for identifying North American forest insect pests affecting trees. (iPhone/iPad app by Charles T. Bargeron.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-insect-pests/id575295408 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Charles T. Bargeron](https://appshunter.io/developer/381326173)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 586 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forest-insect-pests/id575295408/reviews.md

## What is Forest Insect Pests?

The photos present in this App are intended to help foresters, urban landscaping employees, or others working with trees recognize some of the common pest insects affecting trees in North America and understand their life cycles and how they damage trees. The information was drawn from book, websites, factsheets, and some original literature. This App is not a guide for specialists. In many groups, such as the bark beetles and aphids, confirmation of species identity requires attention to details not visible in photos with comparisons to other similar species and use of keys. Sources for further information (websites and articles) are given at the bottom of each species' page.

## Key features

- Pest identification photos
- Life cycle information
- Damage recognition
- Resource links
- North American focus


## Frequently asked questions about Forest Insect Pests

### What is Forest Insect Pests?

Forest Insect Pests is an educational application designed to help users identify common pest insects that affect trees in North America. It provides photos, life cycle details, and information on how these pests damage trees.

### Who is Forest Insect Pests for?

This app is intended for foresters, urban landscaping employees, and others who work with trees and need to recognize common pest insects. It is not a guide for specialists.

### Does Forest Insect Pests offer species confirmation for specialists?

No, Forest Insect Pests is not a guide for specialists. Confirmation of species identity in complex groups like bark beetles and aphids often requires details not visible in photos and the use of keys.

### Where can I find more information about a specific pest in Forest Insect Pests?

Each species' page within the app provides sources for further information, including websites and articles, to help you learn more about the identified pest.

### What devices support Forest Insect Pests?

Forest Insect Pests is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for users on Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is Forest Insect Pests updated?

The latest version of Forest Insect Pests is 2.0.0, and it was last updated on December 4, 2025. This indicates recent development and potential for ongoing improvements.

### What is the age rating for Forest Insect Pests?

Forest Insect Pests has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in learning about nature and insects.

### Does Forest Insect Pests have ads?

No, Forest Insect Pests does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2025-12-04

Updated from ObjC to Swift and redesigned the UI for a modern feel. For any questions or suggestions, email us either through the in app feedback feature or at bugwood@uga.edu.

### 1.0.2 — 2017-09-16

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

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2013-12-26

- New over-all design
- iOS 7 User Interface

### 0.9 — 2012-11-13

No release notes.

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