# QWildlife — Wildlife sightings in QLD > Report and track Queensland wildlife sightings for conservation and research. (iPhone/iPad app by DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, TOURISM, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwildlife/id1500668021 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, TOURISM, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706956091) - Category: Education, Navigation - Price: Free - Rating: 2.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 180 MB - Released: 2020-07-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwildlife/id1500668021/reviews.md ## What is QWildlife? Report wildlife sightings in QWildlife! QWildlife is the Queensland Government's official online reporting platform for crocodile, koala, cassowary, and marine wildlife sightings. It's a simple and easy way to let us know if you've seen these species in the wild. -- Key Features -- - Submit sighting details including time, date, location, and behaviour of the animal. - Attach photographs to support your sighting (optional). - Explore an interactive map of recent sightings and the Queensland Government’s response to them (certain species only). - Learn about Queensland’s native wildlife and how to stay safe while exploring their ecosystems. - Sightings can be recorded even if you are offline – the app will automatically submit them next time it is launched with an internet connection. -- What happens when I make a sighting report? -- This data helps support important research, conservation, and management actions in Queensland. The department takes all reports seriously and investigates each report it receives. Any actions taken in response to a reported sighting are guided by current policy, which can be viewed on the department’s website. Users are encouraged to supply contact details and photos with animal sighting reports, but this is optional. Personal details are not required by Wildlife app to submit a sighting report. Any personal information you provide will be stored in accordance with our privacy policy. See the Privacy page within the app for more details. ## Key features - Submit wildlife sighting details - Attach photos to reports - Interactive map of recent sightings - Learn about native wildlife - Offline reporting capability - Supports conservation efforts ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwildlife/id1500668021/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Hmmm… fishy (hehehehaa) *2025-07-13* The app looks pretty good. However, in the apps preview pictures, there is literally a picture of an alligator titled crocodile. Not only this, but just from looking at the pictures in the app preview you can see the time of day and the persons service at the top. Not sure this helps with the rhetoric of the app. Once downloaded it looks decent. But from a standpoint to someone downloading the app, looks kinda janky and not sure how true things really are. For example, there are different colors per sighting but there really isn’t an explanation behind the colors and what they mean beyond a title that can be misinterpreted. For example, “No further action”. What does that mean? That there was a confirmed sighting? Or? Worded poorly. Feel like it’s weird to have the “Australian Government” tab at the bottom with all of this going on. Noticed all this only from looking at the for less than 10 min. None the less, I hope I am wrong and that this app is very trustworthy/helpful. ### 1/5 — Can’t accept the terms *2024-10-21* Opened the app for the first time and the terms and conditions can’t even be accepted. Useless ### 1/5 — Ineffective at helping koala populations *2024-03-15* This app is difficult to navigate and it’s time consuming to enter details every time you see a koala. Uploading photos doesn’t seem to work so you have to take photos with the app open. iNaturalist is much quicker and easier to use. We persevered with the app for a long time thinking it would help show where koalas are active to help protect them when it comes to development. However, recently a block of koala inhabited forest near the QEII hospital in Brisbane was cleared by the Queensland Government. They claimed they had done a survey and found no evidence of koalas, despite there being multiple sightings recorded on QWildlife. This app is simply a marketing tool for the Queensland Government. Unless big changes are made, I works recommend recording koala sightings on iNaturalist instead. ### 5/5 — Never smile at a crocodile *2020-12-02* Easy to use and navigate. ## Frequently asked questions about QWildlife ### What types of wildlife can I report with QWildlife? QWildlife allows you to report sightings of crocodiles, koalas, cassowaries, and marine wildlife in Queensland. The app provides information on these species and how to stay safe in their environments. ### Can I submit a sighting report without an internet connection? Yes, QWildlife supports offline reporting. Sightings can be recorded even without an internet connection and will automatically submit the next time the app is launched with an internet connection. ### What happens to the data I submit through QWildlife? The data you submit helps support important research, conservation, and management actions for wildlife in Queensland. The department investigates each report received. ### Is it mandatory to provide personal details or photos when submitting a sighting? No, providing contact details and photos with animal sighting reports is optional. You can submit a sighting report without providing personal details. ### How often is QWildlife updated? The latest version of QWildlife is 1.4.10, and it was last updated on June 17, 2025. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and data. ### What is the age rating for QWildlife? QWildlife has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and families to use and learn about wildlife. ### On which devices can I use QWildlife? QWildlife is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be accessible on various Apple mobile platforms. ### Does QWildlife have ads? No, QWildlife does not contain advertisements. As a free application from the Queensland Government, it focuses on its reporting and educational functions without commercial interruptions. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.10 — 2025-06-17 Text fixes and updates. ### 1.4.9 — 2025-05-29 Release of Cassowary public reporting ### 1.4.2 — 2024-08-08 Updated URL to public sightings dashboard ### 1.4.1 — 2024-08-07 - New marine wildlife sightings functionality ### 1.3.1 — 2023-10-04 - Add HEIF/HEIC image format support for photos ## Apps similar to QWildlife | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SharkSmart](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sharksmart/id915621811) | 4.3 (282) | Free | Education | | [Storypark for Families](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storypark-for-families/id1133029596) | 4.9 (1,529) | Free | Education | | [I Spy Koala](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-spy-koala/id1474755197) | — | Free | Education | | [JCU App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jcu-app/id1385986151) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Education | | [Beachsafe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beachsafe/id397699623) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Education | | [SharkSmart WA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sharksmart-wa/id1480651764) | 4.7 (109) | Free | Education | ## More apps by DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, TOURISM, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION - [Marine Parks Southern Qld](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marine-parks-southern-qld/id6484503973) - [QMoorings](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qmoorings/id6566171348) All apps by DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, TOURISM, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION: https://appshunter.io/developer/1706956091 ## Related topics [wild life reporting](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/wild-life-reporting) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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