iNaturalist

iNaturalist

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Page Modified on: Feb 27, 2025

Run iNaturalist on PC or Mac

What’s better than using iNaturalist by iNaturalist? Well, try it on a big screen, on your PC or Mac, with BlueStacks to see the difference.

About the App

If you’ve ever stopped to wonder, “What’s that bird in my backyard?” or grabbed your phone to snap a pic of an unfamiliar wildflower, iNaturalist makes exploring the world around you a whole lot more interesting. Whether you’re just getting into nature, or you’ve got a camera roll full of critters and plants, this app gives you an easy way to connect with a huge, curious community—all just as excited about discovery as you are. Expect instant help figuring out what you’ve found and the chance to contribute a bit to real scientific understanding, just by sharing what you see.

App Features

  • Find New Species
    Ever spot a plant or bug you’ve never seen before? With iNaturalist, you can snap a photo and get suggestions about what it might be—sometimes before you finish your hike.

  • Share Your Observations
    Log everything you encounter on your next walk or backyard adventure. Upload your pictures, jot down a note, and instantly share them with people who share your curiosity.

  • Get Expert Help
    Unsure if that’s poison ivy or just a fancy-looking shrub? The app’s community of scientists, naturalists, and passionate users are ready to help you nail down the ID.

  • Join Conversations
    Curious about someone else’s discovery? Jump in—chat, swap observations, or help someone else pin down that mystery butterfly.

  • Follow Projects & Connect
    Zero in on places or topics that interest you. Follow projects focused on your favorite park, city, or species and see what other citizen scientists are discovering.

  • Research-Quality Contribution
    When you log your observations, you’re not just filling your feed—you’re helping create valuable data that scientists can use for research and conservation projects.

Enjoy all of this with the convenience that BlueStacks brings, especially if you like having a bigger screen to look at those nature photos.

Ready to experience iNaturalist on a bigger screen, in all its glory? Download BlueStacks now.

Play iNaturalist on PC. It’s easy to get started.

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for iNaturalist in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install iNaturalist from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install iNaturalist

  • Click the iNaturalist icon on the home screen to start playing

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