Snakes of Australia

Snakes of Australia

A complete field guide

29 ratings
26 reviews
$2.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 8, 2013
  • September 13, 2017
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A comprehensive digital field guide to all Australian snake species. It offers detailed profiles with photos, distribution maps, identification keys, and venom information. Includes introductory chapters on snake identification, venom, first aid, and biology.

Profiles of all Australian land snake species
Over 600 high-quality photos
Distribution maps and GPS location identification
Scale count search functionality
Information on venom and first aid
Offline functionality
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What's New in Snakes of Australia

1.1

September 13, 2017

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. Added profiles for 11 new species (some newly described, some recently redescribed or recognised). Added a bunch of new photos. Added new Map Search feature. Updated for the latest version of iOS.

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Incorrect first aid

The first aid doesn’t even show compression of the tips of fingers therefore hugely ineffective and potentially dangerous

My favourite app

I use this app so much more frequently than I thought I would when I downloaded this app. The offline map pin-drop feature is incredible for when I’m out camping or travelling across the country looking for potential species to look out for. So cool to see what’s around, and see the distributions of species change as you travel along. And the field guide notes are great and accurate. Worth every cent. Would absolutely froth a Lizards of Australia app!!
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Not working on a iPhone recently. Fantastic App when it works.

I used this app constantly before it stopped working on the iPhone, fantastic quick reference guide for local species and geographic range of different snakes. I seriously hope the developers fix up the glitch.

Crashes instantly

This app doesn’t open. Charges you 4.99 but it doesn’t work. If it isn’t supported, remove it from sale.

Compact, excellent text and photos

This is an invaluable guide to Australian snakes. Unlike so many field guide apps it is far more interactive than a pdf style copy of a book. Some snakes show so much individual and geographic variation, particularly Pseudechis, that there can never enough photos in a field guide. This app is full of superb photos with multiple shots per species, each attributed with the location and photographer. The distribution maps showing validated records and presumed range are excellent (despite minor quibbles with some records and ranges). There is a brief text statement of distribution beneath each map. A larger green dot shows your location, so you can see whether you are in the range. The text is brisk and to the point, often with a useful comment on taxonomy and ecology. Finally the comparative feature showing two species at once is very handy.
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FAQ

What types of snakes does Snakes of Australia cover?

Snakes of Australia covers all Australian species of land snakes, including pythons, colubrids, elapids, file snakes, mud snakes, and blind snakes.

Can I use Snakes of Australia without an internet connection?

Yes, Snakes of Australia is fully self-contained and does not require a network connection to use its features.

How many photos are included in Snakes of Australia?

The app features over 600 photos from leading wildlife photographers, with many species having multiple images showcasing variations and subspecies.

Does Snakes of Australia help identify snakes based on my location?

Yes, the app can generate a species list for your current location using your device's GPS, or for any location by tapping on a map.

What information is provided for each snake species?

Each species profile includes photos, distribution maps, key identifying characters, danger rating, similar species, conservation status, etymology, and pronunciation.

Is Snakes of Australia available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Snakes of Australia is a universal app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Android compatibility is not specified.

How often is Snakes of Australia updated?

The app is designed to be updated as new species are described. The last update was on September 13, 2017, with the latest version being 1.1.

What is the price of Snakes of Australia?

Snakes of Australia is available for a one-time purchase of $2.99.