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PocketMacros

PocketMacros

Eastern USA Macroinvertebrates

19 ratings
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📚 Education
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Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 21, 2021
  • June 3, 2022

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Developer

Marti Louw
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About

This app serves as a visual guide for identifying aquatic macroinvertebrates. It features a field guide, an interactive key for identification, and flashcard practice modes to support environmental education and water quality monitoring.

✓Visual field guide
✓Interactive identification key
✓Flashcard practice modes
✓Offline functionality
✓No account required
✓Anonymized analytics (opt-in)
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What's New in PocketMacros

2.5.2

June 3, 2022

* Quadrupled the resolution of zoomable specimen imagery * Added two new flashcard activities: Pollution & Feeding Review and Look-alikes Review * Improved ID key navigation, identification flow, imagery, and UI * Added zoomable ID key view to ID key--see an overview of where you are in the identification flow * Improved Field Guide navigation and UI * Added glossary * Added search * Added dozens of new diagnostic characteristics and thumbnail images * Option for toggling dark/light mode in Settings, separate from iOS setting * Bug fixes, content corrections, and performance improvements

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Doesn’t rotate on iPad

Not very useable on iPad with keyboard due to unprofessional failure to rotate screen to landscape. Great info, great pictures and diagrams, but not for iPad with keyboard.
TomsacramentoTomsacramento

About the app

It’s really cool and very educational, thank you for making this app
bob the builder 0.0bob the builder 0.0

Insects is love

Im so happy to see apps like this . Good job good job . God bless you all :)
alireza273alireza273

Very good app

The app setup is really nice and easy to navigate. The flash card option is really nice for novice bug enthusiasts like me! Organized really well, and very easy to use.
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FAQ

What macroinvertebrates can I identify with PocketMacros?

PocketMacros focuses on common freshwater macroinvertebrates found in Eastern North America. The app's field guide and identification key are designed to help users learn about these specific species.

Does PocketMacros require an internet connection to use?

No, PocketMacros runs standalone and does not require an internet connection. This allows for full functionality in the field, even without cellular service.

Does PocketMacros collect any personal data?

PocketMacros collects no identifiable user data and requires no account. It is capable of collecting anonymized user analytics data, which is opt-in and disabled by default.

What devices does PocketMacros support?

PocketMacros is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile operating system.

How often is PocketMacros updated?

The latest version of PocketMacros is 2.5.2, last updated on June 3, 2022. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates recent maintenance and development.

What is the age rating for PocketMacros?

PocketMacros has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners, due to its educational content.

Is PocketMacros free to download and use?

Yes, PocketMacros is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, making it a completely free resource.

Where can I find more resources related to PocketMacros?

Additional teaching and learning resources can be found on Macroinvertebrates.org. This website serves as a companion to the PocketMacros app.