# SharkID — Identify Sharks & Chimaeras

> Identify shark and chimaera species using physical features and a dichotomous key. (iPhone/iPad app by Kelvin Aitken.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sharkid/id1484198806 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kelvin Aitken](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480399789)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 96 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-22
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sharkid/id1484198806/reviews.md

## What is SharkID?

Identify a shark or chimaera species using physical features listed in the app.

Species are divided into the 8 shark families and a single chimaera family.

Extra help with families is provided by the blue info button (screenshot 2 & 3) on each family division. In addition, basic shark physiology to aid in species identification is provided in the Shark Basics screen (screenshot 7).

Dichotomy Key search narrows down the family using simple unique identifiers (6).

Common and taxonomic names, along with an image, help to narrow down the species (screenshot 4) . When a species is selected, full information is provided including unique id features, as well as features common with other similar species.  Additional behaviour and physiology information including size, weight, reproduction, distribution, etc is listed.

Save individual species to your My Sharks collection while simultaneously copying the species common and taxonomic name to your phone's clipboard, to insert into a message, email or any other application.

Camera and camera roll access to allow you to add in your own images.

Links to further information, online databases, reference books and image library included either in the Links screen (8) or on each individual species screen (5).

## Key features

- Species identification by physical features
- Categorization by shark and chimaera families
- Dichotomous key for narrowing down species
- Detailed species information (behavior, physiology, distribution)
- Save identified species to 'My Sharks' collection
- Copy species names to clipboard
- Add personal images via camera or camera roll


## Frequently asked questions about SharkID

### What is SharkID?

SharkID is a mobile application designed to help users identify shark and chimaera species. It uses physical characteristics and a dichotomous key to aid in identification, providing detailed information once a species is identified.

### How does SharkID help identify species?

SharkID allows identification by listing physical features of a species. It also includes a dichotomous key that narrows down the possibilities based on simple, unique identifiers.

### Can I save the sharks I identify with SharkID?

Yes, SharkID allows you to save individual species to your 'My Sharks' collection. You can also copy the common and taxonomic names of the species to your phone's clipboard.

### What kind of information does SharkID provide about each species?

For each selected species, SharkID provides unique identification features, common features shared with similar species, behavior, physiology (including size, weight, reproduction), and distribution information.

### Does SharkID have ads?

No, SharkID does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application.

### What devices is SharkID compatible with?

SharkID is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for SharkID?

SharkID has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How much does SharkID cost?

SharkID is available for purchase at $0.99.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2019-12-11

No release notes.

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