# Critterbug > Snap, Discover, Share - Identify an insect, animal or bird and discover! Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.critterbug.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.critterbug.android) ## Overview - **ID:** `ai.critterbug.android` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Gogozing Inc - **Category:** EDUCATION - **Downloads:** 14 - **Version:** 1.0.6 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-03 - **First published:** 2026-06-03 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 66 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-10 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.critterbug.android) - **Website:** [http://critterbug.app](http://critterbug.app/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://critterbug.app/privacy/](https://critterbug.app/privacy/) ## Description Discover the world around you with Critterbug!
Discover all the world's wildlife with Critterbug—the ultimate app for identifying insects, birds, animals, and more! Snap a photo or upload an image, and our advanced AI instantly recognizes the critter, delivering in-depth details on its characteristics, sounds, fun facts, and potential harm levels. Whether you're hiking, gardening, or exploring your backyard, Critterbug turns every encounter into an educational adventure.

Key Features:
1. Instant Identification of over 1 million species: Use your camera to scan insects, birds, animals, or critters in real-time. Get accurate results with tips for clear, focused photos.
Detailed Profiles: Dive into species info, including scientific names, habitats, behaviors, distinctive sounds, and fun facts (did you know bullfrogs can swallow prey almost as large as themselves?).

2. Harm Level Alerts: Stay safe with color-coded ratings for harm to humans, animals, and nature. Get notifications for moderate to high-risk sightings like bees, ticks, raccoons, or invasive species in your area.

3. Local & Regional Observations: See recent sightings near you or in your region, powered by community reports. Track trends like monarch butterfly migrations or spotted lanternfly surges.

4. Personal Collections & History: Save your scans to custom collections (e.g., "Birds" or "Animals"), review history, and add favorites for quick reference.
Articles & Notices: Explore featured stories, tips on responsible observation, and alerts for high-harm species recently observed in your region.

5. Community Sharing: Join a global network of nature lovers—share your finds, discuss observations, and contribute to regional data.
Perfect for families, outdoor enthusiasts, educators, and anyone curious about wildlife. Critterbug promotes safe, responsible exploration while helping you appreciate the beauty—and potential risks—of nature.

Download now and start discovering and be in the know! ## Rankings - #2,717,073 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `ai.critterbug.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Similar extensions and apps - [BugFinder: Insect Identifier](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gsy.insectid) — 108 users - [Insecta Detect Insects & Bugs](https://chrome-stats.com/d/rs.global.insecta) — 46 users - [Bug Identifier- Insect Scanner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bug.identifier.insect.photo.scanner) — 2,331 users, 4.09 / 5 - [Insect Identifier: Bug ID](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nggyu.bugs) — 117 users - [Insect Bug Identifier & Finder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.insect.bug.pest.identifier.picture) — 10 users - [Insect Identifier: Bug scanner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.insect.identification.flt) — 23,449 users, 3.10 / 5 - [Snappit: Nature Identifier](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.snappit.snappit) — 801 users - [Insect Identifier App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.steinsoft.insect.identification.insectID) — 767,934 users, 3.04 / 5 - [Bug Identifier, Insect Scan ID](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.insectsnap.app) — 2,082 users, 3.50 / 5 - [BugKnow: Bug Identifier](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.insect.bug.identifier.photo) — 4,468 users, 4.74 / 5 - [Insect Identifier & Bug Finder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/pro.miladapps.insectidentifier) — 42 users - [Bug Lens: AI Insect Identifier](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ai.buginsect_identifier.picture.bite.identification.spider.pest) — 22,493 users, 1.83 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.critterbug.android)