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iNaturalist Classic

iNaturalist Classic

Connect with Nature

4.7K ratings
1001 reviews
📚 Education
🔧 Utilities
Free

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Released
February 25, 2011
Updated
September 6, 2025

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iNaturalist
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About

Record and identify species encounters with a simple interface. Contribute to scientific research and learn about biodiversity. Connect with other nature enthusiasts and explore the natural world.

✓Identify species globally
✓Record species sightings
✓Contribute observations to science
✓Add observations to projects
✓Learn about biodiversity
✓Connect with nature enthusiasts
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What users say about iNaturalist Classic

Reviews of iNaturalist Classic are mostly positive: the Education app is rated 4.6/5 from 4.7K App Store ratings. What users like most: helpful for identifying plants, animals, and fungi, supportive community of experts. Top complaints: occasional crashes or bugs, difficulty finding/sorting observations. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Helpful for identifying plants, animals, and fungi
  • 🤝Supportive community of experts
  • 🌱Contributes to citizen science and research
  • 🔍Accurate identification suggestions
  • 🌐Works well globally
  • 📚Expands knowledge of local biodiversity

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🔍Difficulty finding/sorting observations
  • 🔒Privacy concerns around data sharing
  • 🤖Concerns about AI/ML identification accuracy
  • 💬Negative interactions with some community members
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What's New in iNaturalist Classic

3.3.9

September 6, 2025

We added analytics to help us better understand how users are interacting with iNaturalist Classic.

User reviews

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Best app

Great app, highly recommended. Good accurate ID for Australian flora and fauna, works well in Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Aann_garden

Best app

Best app for all types of nature lovers!
LL.A.F.18

Outstanding programming

Comprehensive with working links. lol
Kkwr1955

Just get it, best ever.

I love this app not only because it does immediate identification and suggestions, but it’s the community response and support that I find so important and welcoming. It makes a big difference. I also love that this is not a specialty app for trees, birds, plants, etc
Llgewubvsk

Perfektní aplikace na určování rostlin

Velice doporučuju zatim nejlepší aplikace co jsem vyzkoušel na rozpoznávání bylin
HHovoďak
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Login issues or inability to create account

Bug

Slow upload speeds or observation syncing

Bug

Inconsistent performance between mobile and web versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to follow other users and see their observations

Feature

More filtering and sorting options for observations

Feature

Offline mode for taking photos and uploading later

Feature

Easier location input for observations

Feature

Private/personal project functionality

Feature

FAQ

What does iNaturalist Classic do?

iNaturalist Classic is an application designed to help you record your encounters with biodiversity. It allows you to identify species, keep a record of what you see, and contribute your observations to scientific projects. The app also facilitates learning about the natural world and connecting with other nature enthusiasts.

What are the key features of iNaturalist Classic?

Key features include the ability to identify species from anywhere in the world (when online), maintain a personal record of species you've encountered, and contribute your observations to scientific research. You can also manually add observations to projects, learn about biodiversity, and connect with other nature lovers.

Is iNaturalist Classic free to use?

Yes, iNaturalist Classic is freely available. Its nonprofit mission is supported by generous donations from its community of users.

What is the best way to use iNaturalist Classic?

This classic version offers a simple interface for recording biodiversity encounters, particularly for users already familiar with the iNaturalist platform. For an enhanced experience with more features and ongoing updates, the new, redesigned iNaturalist app is recommended.

How does iNaturalist Classic contribute to science?

By sharing your observations of species, you contribute valuable data to scientific research and conservation efforts. These observations can be added to various projects, helping scientists and researchers understand biodiversity patterns and trends.