Best Invasive Species Tracking Apps

208+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

If you already know EDDMapS, this is the deeper bench. 208+ invasive species tracking apps apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of June 2026.

Top Picks for Invasive Species Tracking Apps

EDDMapS#1

EDDMapS by Charles T. Bargeron

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7(91 ratings)
Free
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Document and map the distribution of invasive species with this user-friendly system. It allows for easy data submission, visualization, and querying, aiding in early detection and rapid response efforts. All data is reviewed by experts for accuracy.

Seek by iNaturalist#2

Seek by iNaturalist by iNaturalist

Identify plants & animals
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.8😊(31K ratings)
Free
#66in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate identification
  • 🌳 Helps connect with nature
  • 🎮 Fun and engaging challenges
  • 💰 Free with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent identification accuracy
  • 🔍 Difficulty focusing camera
  • 🤖 Struggles with small/moving objects
iNaturalist#3

iNaturalist by iNaturalist

Discover nature around you
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.0😐(558 ratings)
Free
#34in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Faster and more intuitive UI
  • 👍 Improved features from website
  • 💡 Batch upload and sorting options
  • 🚀 Responsive and smooth performance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs with observation time and location
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding advanced editing options
  • 🔍 Overly complex UI for basic tasks

More Invasive Species Tracking Apps apps to explore

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Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds
Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds
Birdbuddy: ID & Collect Birds
Identify by photo & sound
Free

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.

Identify birds by photo or soundSmart feeder integrationCollect and learn bird facts
📚 Education
(60K)
free with in-app purchases
5
iMapInvasives Mobile
iMapInvasives Mobile
iMapInvasives Mobile
Report invasive species
Free

Easily report invasive species locations using your mobile device's camera and GPS. Upload data directly to your online iMapInvasives account. Requires an active account with a participating state or province.

Report invasive species locationsUse mobile device cameraUtilize GPS for location
📊 Productivity
(12)
free
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Report Invasives BC
Report Invasives BC
Report Invasives BC
by Webilize Applications Inc.
Free

Easily report sightings of invasive alien species across British Columbia. Your submissions help specialists track and manage these threats to native wildlife and ecosystems, contributing to early detection and rapid response efforts.

Report invasive species sightingsSubmit reports quickly and easilyData goes directly to BC specialists
🔍 Reference
(0)
free
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EDDMapS Pro
EDDMapS Pro
EDDMapS Pro
by Charles T. Bargeron
Free

This professional tool allows biologists and land managers to report, monitor, and manage invasive species with detailed observations, offline maps, and data synchronization. It supports time-series monitoring, custom forms, and boundary overlays for effective spatial planning and control.

Report and submit observations with GPS and photosDownload datasets for offline reviewRecord revisits and contest records
📊 Productivity
(0)
free
8
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
9
Fahlo Animal Tracker
Fahlo Animal Tracker
Fahlo Animal Tracker
Track your animal’s journey
Free

Support wildlife conservation by purchasing thoughtfully designed products. Track your adopted animal's journey on an interactive map, learn their story, and receive updates. Your purchase contributes to protecting animals and their habitats.

Track real animals on an interactive mapLearn animal's name, photo, and storyReceive fun updates on animal's journey
🎬 Entertainment
(333K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Track N Trail - Hunting & Maps
Track N Trail - Hunting & Maps
Track N Trail - Hunting & Maps
Hunt Tracking & Property Data
Free

This app uses machine vision to help hunters recover game by highlighting blood trails. It also provides land parcel data, including owner information, and a weather dashboard for planning hunts.

Blood tracking technologyLand parcel data with owner info2D and 3D property boundaries
🗺️ Navigation
(2.2K)
subscription
11
Animal Scat Identifier
Animal Scat Identifier
Animal Scat Identifier
Wildlife Tracking & Scat ID
Free

Instantly identify animal droppings using AI and explore a comprehensive wildlife database. Track your discoveries, learn about animal behavior, and enhance your outdoor safety with this advanced field guide.

AI-powered scat identificationComprehensive wildlife databasePersonal observation log
📚 Education
(435)
freemium
12
6Sense AI
6Sense AI
6Sense AI
Identify everything
Free

This AI-powered app identifies plants, insects, rocks, animals, and even pet breeds with a simple photo. It also offers a pet translator and detailed environmental descriptions, making it a comprehensive tool for exploring the natural world and understanding your pets.

Plant identificationObject identificationInsect identification
📷 Photo & Video
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Shark Tracker: Shark Finder
Shark Tracker: Shark Finder
Shark Tracker: Shark Finder
Shark tracking, track sharks
Free

Explore the underwater world and learn about sharks. Track tagged sharks globally in real-time and access detailed information on over 20 species. Discover educational content focused on shark conservation.

Real-time shark tracking20+ shark species profilesShark conservation education
🔧 Utilities
(429)
subscription
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PlantNet
PlantNet
PlantNet
Plant Identification
Free

Identify plants by taking photos with your smartphone. Contribute to a global citizen science project to understand and preserve plant biodiversity. Recognizes thousands of wild and cultivated species.

Identify plants by photographing themCitizen science project for biodiversitySupports identification of flowering plants, trees, grasses, and more
📚 Education
(6.9K)
free
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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
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LizardBox - Critter Manager
LizardBox - Critter Manager
LizardBox - Critter Manager
Track & manage various species
Free

Effortlessly manage and track a wide variety of pets like reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Log care activities, monitor growth, set custom reminders, and access curated knowledge. Optimized for phones and tablets.

Critter logging with advanced filteringCustomizable care remindersLength and weight tracking
🔧 Utilities
(65)
free with in-app purchases
17
Wild Spotter
Wild Spotter
Wild Spotter
by Charles T. Bargeron
Free

Help protect America's natural areas by identifying and reporting invasive species. Contribute to a nationwide inventory and support management strategies to preserve biodiversity and outdoor recreation.

Identify invasive speciesReport species locationsContribute to nationwide inventory
📊 Productivity
(4)
free
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SPYPOINT
SPYPOINT
SPYPOINT
Mobile Scouting Solution
Free

Manage your cellular trail cameras remotely, receiving photos and videos directly to your device. Activate new cameras, monitor status, and sort images with AI technology. Offers various transmission plans and an optional Insiders Club for enhanced benefits.

Receive photos and videos from trail camerasActivate and manage cameras remotelyView customizable maps and weather
⚽ Sports
(41K)
free with in-app purchases
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Vico Nature: Smart Nature View
Vico Nature: Smart Nature View
Vico Nature: Smart Nature View
Watch birds, Feel peace.
Free

Observe birds at your feeder from anywhere with live video and daily highlights. Receive smart alerts when birds arrive and enjoy multi-user access to share nature's wonders. Enhance your experience with extended cloud history and customizable activity zones.

Live bird feeder videoDaily highlight reelsSmart bird arrival alerts
🌟 Lifestyle
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
20
IveGot1
IveGot1
IveGot1
Report Invasives in Florida
Free

Easily identify and report invasive animals and plants in Florida. Submit observations with your location and images directly from your phone to local and state verifiers for review and potential eradication.

Easy species reporting with location captureSubmit images of sightingsOnline and offline reporting capabilities
📚 Education
(124)
free