# Sasol Common Birds for Beginners (Lite): Quick facts, photos and videos of 46 common southern African birds

> Southern African bird identification guide for beginners with photos, calls, and facts. (iPhone/iPad app by App Developer Studio Cc.)

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- Developer: [App Developer Studio Cc](https://appshunter.io/developer/552879845)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 192 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-01-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sasol-common-birds-for-beginners-lite-quick-facts-photos-and-videos-of-46-common-southern-african-birds/id936640096/reviews.md

## What is Sasol Common Birds for Beginners (Lite)?

Did you know?
– Great White pelicans can live for up to 30 years in the wild.
– Flamingos are born grey-ish white and only turn pink because of the high volume of carotenoid pigments in the crustaceans that they eat.
– The Western Barn Owl swallows prey whole, then disgorges the prey’s hair and bones in a small pellet. 

Learn these and other interesting facts about southern Africa’s majestic birdlife with the Sasol First Field Guide Common Birds app. 

Quick and convenient, this app highlights the bird species you are most likely to spot in your neighbourhood, near wetlands, dams and rivers, or while out in the bush. The app is perfect for beginners, or someone visiting the region for a short while.  It includes beautiful photos, videos, bird calls, maps and easy-to-read information about the species (including their conservation status).  

The app includes 5 free species accounts. The remaining 41 species can be unlocked with a single in-app purchase. The size of the app is about 170 mb, as it includes all 46 species in the initial download. 

KEY FEATURES  
•	 Easy to use, navigate and search 
•	 Contains 46 species
•	 About 240 images
•	 Videos and bird calls included where available 
•	 Available in Afrikaans as Sasol Vöels vir Beginners

## Key features

- 46 common bird species
- High-quality photos and videos
- Bird calls included
- Maps and conservation status
- Easy navigation and search
- Available in Afrikaans

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sasol First Field Guide Common Birds in-App Purchase | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sasol-common-birds-for-beginners-lite-quick-facts-photos-and-videos-of-46-common-southern-african-birds/id936640096/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Only a few birds available

*2022-01-17*

It was very disappointing that the 1st bird I wanted to look up required upgrading. If I had have know the app was so minimalistic I would not have downloaded.

### 5/5 — Great value for birders

*2015-01-07*

Loved this app - it has audio and even video clips for most of the birds. Simple to navigate and nice design.

## Frequently asked questions about Sasol Common Birds for Beginners (Lite)

### What birds are included in Sasol Common Birds for Beginners?

The app features 46 common bird species found in southern Africa. It includes quick facts, photos, videos, and bird calls for each species.

### Is Sasol Common Birds for Beginners free to use?

The app is free to download and includes 5 free species accounts. The remaining 41 species can be unlocked with a single in-app purchase.

### Does Sasol Common Birds for Beginners have ads?

No, this app does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is Sasol Common Birds for Beginners available on?

Sasol Common Birds for Beginners is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### How often is Sasol Common Birds for Beginners updated?

The app was last updated on January 13, 2016, to version 1.8. Future updates may be released by the developer.

### What is the age rating for Sasol Common Birds for Beginners?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and adults alike.

### Can I use Sasol Common Birds for Beginners offline?

Yes, the app includes all 46 species in the initial download, allowing for offline use to identify birds.

### Is Sasol Common Birds for Beginners available in other languages?

Yes, besides English, the app is also available in Afrikaans as Sasol Vöels vir Beginners.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.8 — 2016-01-13

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

-Minor bug fixes
-Optimised for iOS 9

### 1.0 — 2015-01-05

No release notes.

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