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Best Butterflies Of The Southwest Apps & Games

182+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the butterflies of the southwest category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 182+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Butterflies Of The Southwest Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Butterflies of the SouthwestButterflies of the Southwest$4.99—NoNoMay 2026
2Picture Insect: Bug IdentifierPicture Insect: Bug IdentifierFree4.6★ (40K)NoYesJul 2026
3Birdbuddy: ID & Collect BirdsBirdbuddy: ID & Collect BirdsFree4.8★ (60K)YesYesJul 2026
4Sibley Birds 2nd EditionSibley Birds 2nd Edition$19.994.9★ (2.4K)NoNoJul 2026
5Woodhall’s eButterflies RSAWoodhall’s eButterflies RSA$15.995.0★ (1)NoNoJul 2026
6iNaturalist ClassiciNaturalist ClassicFree4.6★ (4.6K)NoNoJul 2026
7Bug Identifier: AI Insect idBug Identifier: AI Insect idFree4.3★ (8K)YesYesJul 2026
8Picture Bird: Bird identifierPicture Bird: Bird identifierFree4.7★ (35K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Butterflies Of The Southwest

Picture Insect: Bug Identifier#2

Picture Insect: Bug Identifier by Next Vision Limited

Spider & Pest Identification
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.6😊(40K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#32in Education
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Instantly identify thousands of insect species using AI by simply taking a photo. Access a comprehensive encyclopedia of insects, learn about hazardous bites, and get pest control tips. Record your findings and share them with a community of enthusiasts.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate identification
  • 🔍 Helpful information provided
  • 📚 Great for learning about insects
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy
  • ℹ️ Lacking detailed information on some insects
  • 💰 Subscription required for full features
Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds#3

Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds by Buddy Bird Inc

Identify by photo & sound
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.8😐(60K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#49in Education
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Instantly identify bird species using your phone's camera or microphone, or through a smart feeder. Collect digital postcards, learn fascinating facts, and contribute to conservation efforts with this global birdwatching community app.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great picture quality
  • 👍 Fun and entertaining
  • 🚀 Captures close-up views of birds
  • 👍 Helpful for bird identification

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with poor user interface
  • 🔋 Battery life issues
  • 🔒 Difficult to set up and connect to Wi-Fi

More Butterflies Of The Southwest apps to explore

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Sibley Birds 2nd Edition
Sibley Birds 2nd Edition
Sibley Birds 2nd Edition
Birds of North America
$19.99

Discover and identify over 930 bird species in North America with detailed artwork, descriptions, and distribution maps. Features smart search filters, bird calls, and personal list management for birdwatchers of all levels.

Detailed artwork and descriptionsDistribution mapsOver 2700 bird calls/songs
🔍 Reference
(2.4K)
paid
5
Woodhall’s eButterflies RSA
Woodhall’s eButterflies RSA
Woodhall’s eButterflies RSA
The definitive butterfly app
$15.99

Identify over 800 South African butterfly species with detailed information and nearly 3000 vibrant photographs. Search by name, color, pattern, size, habitat, or region to discover butterflies around you. Features an expanded life list and improved navigation for easy exploration.

Identify 807 South African butterfly speciesNearly 3000 vibrant photographsSearch by English, Afrikaans, or scientific names
🔍 Reference
(1)
paid
6
iNaturalist Classic
iNaturalist Classic
iNaturalist Classic
Connect with Nature
Free

Record and identify species encounters with a simple interface. Contribute to scientific research and learn about biodiversity. Connect with other nature enthusiasts and explore the natural world.

Identify species globallyRecord species sightingsContribute observations to science
📚 Education
(4.6K)
free
7
Bug Identifier: AI Insect id
Bug Identifier: AI Insect id
Bug Identifier: AI Insect id
Scan spiders butterfly reptile
Free

Instantly identify insects and spiders by taking or uploading a photo. Access a vast database with detailed information, track your discoveries, and learn about potential dangers or care for insect pets. Offers premium features like an AI chat assistant and ad-free experience.

Instant AI recognition of over 14,000 speciesDetailed information on identified insectsPersonal insect collection builder
📚 Education
(8K)
freemium
8
Picture Bird: Bird identifier
Picture Bird: Bird identifier
Picture Bird: Bird identifier
Identify Sound & Call, Birding
Free

Identify birds by photo or sound with this smart app. Access detailed information, learn about bird feeding, and manage your sightings. It's a comprehensive tool for bird enthusiasts of all levels.

Accurate bird identification by photo or soundBirding camera with automatic sharpeningBird feeding guidance and tips
🔍 Reference
(35K)
free with in-app purchases
9
PlantSnap - Plant Identifier
PlantSnap - Plant Identifier
PlantSnap - Plant Identifier
Flower & Tree Health Diagnosis
Free

Instantly identify over 600,000 plant species, including flowers, trees, and mushrooms, with just a photo. Get detailed care advice and connect with a global community of plant lovers to share discoveries and gardening tips.

Instant plant identificationExtensive plant database (600,000+ species)Gardening tips and care advice
📚 Education
(68K)
free with in-app purchases
10
eBird
eBird
eBird
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Free

Easily record bird sightings in the field and contribute to a global database for scientific research and conservation. This app offers offline functionality, customized checklists, and GPS-enabled location plotting.

Record bird observations globallyGlobal taxonomy and local common namesLocation and time-based checklists
🔍 Reference
(781)
free
11
Seek by iNaturalist
Seek by iNaturalist
Seek by iNaturalist
Identify plants & animals
Free

Identify plants, animals, and fungi using your phone's camera. Learn about the organisms around you and earn badges for your discoveries. It's a fun, kid-safe way to explore nature and expand your knowledge of the living world.

Image recognition for plant and animal identificationLearn about local speciesEarn badges for observations
📚 Education
(31K)
free
12
Identify Birds – Smart Bird ID
Identify Birds – Smart Bird ID
Identify Birds – Smart Bird ID
From photo or sound. Instantly
Free

Instantly identify birds from photos or sounds. Explore a global bird guide, learn through interactive challenges and courses, and log your sightings. Connect with a community of bird watchers and collect animated stickers.

Identify birds by photoIdentify birds by soundGlobal bird identification guide
📚 Education
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Flutter: Butterfly Sanctuary
Flutter: Butterfly Sanctuary
Flutter: Butterfly Sanctuary
Relaxing Cozy Game
Free

Create a vibrant rainforest sanctuary by collecting and nurturing hundreds of real butterfly species. Watch them grow through their life cycle, learn fascinating facts, and expand your magical forest with beautiful decorations. Enjoy relaxing gameplay with a calming soundtrack and discover new species through missions and events.

Collect 400+ real butterfly speciesNurture butterflies through their life cycleExpand and decorate your forest sanctuary
🎮 Games
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Bird Identifier: BirdScope
Bird Identifier: BirdScope
Bird Identifier: BirdScope
Bird Sound ID & Chicken Breed
Free

Instantly identify birds using photos or sound with advanced AI. Explore a comprehensive encyclopedia, access bird watching guides, and build your personal collection of identified species. Discover fun avian facts and connect with a community of bird lovers.

AI-powered photo identificationBird sound recording and identificationExtensive bird encyclopedia
🌟 Lifestyle
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Plant Identifier: Plantiary
Plant Identifier: Plantiary
Plant Identifier: Plantiary
Ad-free • Plant ID & Care
Free

Identify thousands of plant species, mushrooms, and insects from a single photo. Receive tailored care plans, diagnostic advice for common issues, and custom reminders to ensure your plants thrive. Track your plant's progress with a health journal and access expert tips for successful gardening.

Instant plant recognition from photosEarly-warning pest and disease diagnosticsCustomizable care reminders
📚 Education
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)
Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)
Butterflies of Singapore (NSS)
by Nature Society (Singapore)
Free

A comprehensive field guide for identifying butterflies in Singapore. It features high-quality photographs, detailed species information, and powerful search and comparison tools. The app works offline, making it ideal for field use.

440 high-quality butterfly photographsDetailed species identificationOffline functionality
🔍 Reference
(2)
free
17
Plant Identifier: LeafSnap
Plant Identifier: LeafSnap
Plant Identifier: LeafSnap
Plant Identification & Care
Free

Instantly identify thousands of plants, flowers, fruits, and trees by taking a photo. Get detailed information, care reminders, and even diagnose plant diseases. Explore a vast, ever-growing plant database and track your collection.

Instant plant identificationPlant care remindersPlant disease diagnosis
📚 Education
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Audubon Bird Guide
Audubon Bird Guide
Audubon Bird Guide
Identify over 800 bird species
Free

Identify North American birds with this comprehensive field guide. Features include a bird ID tool based on observations, detailed species information with photos and audio, and a personal sightings log. Discover nearby birding locations and connect with conservation efforts.

Bird identification toolDetailed species profilesBird song and call audio
🔍 Reference
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Insect ID - Bug Identifier
Insect ID - Bug Identifier
Insect ID - Bug Identifier
Insects and bugs identifier
Free

Instantly identify over 100,000 insect species using your phone's camera. Simply point and learn about bugs, spiders, butterflies, and more. Perfect for anyone interested in entomology or curious about the insects around them.

Instant insect identificationIdentify 100,000+ speciesCamera-based identification
📚 Education
(87)
free with in-app purchases
20
iNaturalist
iNaturalist
iNaturalist
Discover nature around you
Free

Identify plants, animals, and fungi using your camera or imported photos. Get AI-powered species suggestions and connect with a global community of nature enthusiasts to learn more about the natural world and contribute to scientific conservation efforts.

AI species identificationRecord species observationsContribute to scientific data
📚 Education
(577)
free

FAQ about Butterflies Of The Southwest

Are there free butterflies of the southwest apps & games for iPhone?
Yes — 17 of the top butterflies of the southwest apps & games we rank are free to download, including Picture Insect: Bug Identifier and Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds.
Butterflies of the Southwest has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 182+ butterflies of the southwest apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.