Butterfly species identification

Butterfly Identifier — Identify Butterflies From Photos

Identify likely butterflies from wing shape, markings, antennae, location, habitat, and season.

Private by default

No account needed Clear confidence scores Location-aware

A specialist, not a shortcut

What this identifier looks at

We combine visible evidence with useful context, then keep plausible alternatives in view.

Used together with the rest of the image—not as a single deciding clue.

Used together with the rest of the image—not as a single deciding clue.

Used together with the rest of the image—not as a single deciding clue.

Used together with the rest of the image—not as a single deciding clue.

Better input, better result

Keep the subject clearReduce blur or background noise.

Include several cluesCapture a complete view or pattern.

Add honest contextLocation and circumstances can separate look-alikes.

Should I photograph open or closed wings?

Both are useful. Upper and underside patterns often contain different markings needed to separate similar species.

Can it distinguish butterflies from moths?

Usually, using antennae, resting posture, body shape, and wing details, though some groups blur the common visual rules.

Why add location and date?

Butterfly ranges and flight seasons strongly constrain which species are plausible.