Bumblebees of Britain & Ireland (Basic Edition) app for iPhone and iPad


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Reference Education
Developer: NatureGuides Ltd.
1.99 USD
Current version: 1.0.2, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 17 Jun 2013
App size: 392.5 Mb

A field guide to the common bumblebees of Britain and Ireland. Covers in detail the identification of the commonest eight species (out of 23) currently recorded in the region. It aims to help the bumblebee-watcher to identify any species they encounter in their garden. We also produce a Pro version of this app including all 23 species. Note there is currently no upgrade path between the two versions.

• Stunning colour plates, stills and videos of all species – showing queens, males, workers and colour forms.

• Illustrations by world-renowned artist Richard Lewington specially commissioned for this app

• Compare any species side-by-side

• Professionally filmed video of all eight common species, including slow motion shots

• Detailed profiles for the eight common species covering identification, distribution, flight periods and habitat

• Sections on biology, habitats, tips on how and where to watch bumblebees, and other useful information.

• Display species by English common names or Scientific name.

• Quick-view of all species gives an overview usually allowing swift identification.

• Keep a list of your favourites

Produced in association with the Bumble Bee Conservation Trust and Habitat Aid.