What’s that bug? And is it dangerous?
Snap an insect, spider or other creepy-crawly, or pick a photo from your library. BugWiz tells you what it is and shows a clear safety badge.
For iPhoneSnap it. Learn it. Collect it.
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Snap it, name it
Get the common and scientific name, reference photos when available and the key facts in plain English. Add another angle of the same bug for a sharper answer.
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Is it dangerous?
Every identification shows a clear badge: Harmless, Bites or stings, Venomous, or Pest, with simple next steps. When a species’ risk isn’t known, the badge says so.
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Home & garden pest guide
Learn the signs of common household and garden pests, how to prevent them and how to get rid of them, step by step.
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Your Bug Album
Every bug you identify lands in your album. Complete sets like butterflies, beetles and spiders, and hunt for rare finds.
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Bug Hunter lessons
Bite-size lessons make you a bug expert a few minutes at a time. Legit or myth? Put viral bug claims to the test.
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Streaks & XP
Earn XP for every find and every lesson, and build a daily streak you’ll want to protect.
Private by design
- No account: the app never asks for your name or email.
- No ads, no tracking, no third-party analytics.
- Your photos pass through our server to identify the bug. We don’t keep them.
Safety first
Admire unfamiliar bugs from a safe distance. BugWiz gives general guidance, not medical advice. If you’re bitten or stung and feel unwell, contact a doctor or poison control. In an emergency, call your local emergency number.