Identify any bug in seconds—beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, bees, wasps, flies, dragonflies, grasshoppers, and more. Bugscan is your pocket entomologist, built exclusively for insect identification. With 750,000+ successful scans and our most advanced detection engine trained on 50,000+ species, Bugscan delivers fast, accurate results wherever you explore.

Identify, learn, and log every insect you encounter. Add optional context like location or habitat for even better accuracy. Perfect for backyard discoveries, nature walks, gardening, camping, and field studies.

INSTANT INSECT IDENTIFICATION

Snap a photo to get a match in seconds.
See common and scientific names with key field marks.
Boost accuracy with region, habitat, and host-plant hints.
DETAILED SPECIES INSIGHTS

History & taxonomy: lineage, related species, and naming background.
Habitat & range: where it lives, seasonality, and elevation.
Behaviour & diet: pollinators, predators, decomposers, and more.
Similar species: tips to tell close lookalikes apart.
UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU FOUND

Life stage (age): egg, larva/caterpillar, nymph, pupa, or adult.
Sex estimation: visual cues when determinable from photos.
Conservation & impact: native vs. invasive notes and ecological roles.
BUILD YOUR FIELD LOG

Save scans with photos, date, location, and notes.
Organize by trip, garden, or project and revisit your finds anytime.
ADVANCED DETECTION COVERAGE

50,000+ species across butterflies and moths, beetles, ants/bees/wasps, true bugs, flies, dragonflies/damselflies, grasshoppers/katydids/crickets, mantids, roaches, and stick insects.
Continuously improving with expert-reviewed updates.
KEY FEATURES

Real-time insect detection using your camera or stored images.
Fast, accurate identifications backed by 750,000+ successful scans.
Save and organize your discoveries for easy access later.
HOW IT WORKS
Open Bugscan, point your camera at an insect, and take a photo. Our AI analyses your image and returns a likely species match plus rich natural history details. Add optional context (region, habitat, time of day) to improve results—no field guide required.

Disclaimer: Bugscan is for informational and educational purposes only. Species IDs, sex, and life-stage estimates may be uncertain from photos—do not handle insects that may sting or cause allergic reactions. Consult qualified experts for medical concer