iNaturalist
Identify any plant, insect, or animal.
1. Free
App from National Geographic and California Academy of Sciences.
2. Snap a photo
Photograph anything. AI suggests what species it is. Real experts confirm.
3. Seek (kids version)
Same makers, simpler. Great for grandkid visits — turn ID into a game.
4. Plant a seed
Photograph a leaf to identify a tree. Find that mystery flower in your yard.
5. Citizen science
Sightings used by researchers worldwide. Helps protect endangered species.
6. Bioblitz
Join community events to log every species in a park or trail.
The more you log, the better the AI gets. Even a single backyard contributes.