Fossil Identifier
Education
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
iPhone
Discover the ancient secrets hidden in your fossil finds. Snap a photo of any specimen and get an instant, AI-powered identification with rich paleontological detail.
IDENTIFY ANY FOSSIL
Point your camera at a fossil or choose a photo from your library. Our advanced AI analyzes textures, morphology, and geological features to deliver a comprehensive identification in seconds.
DETAILED ANALYSIS
Every identification includes:
• Species name and taxonomic classification
• Geological period and estimated age
• Morphological description and notable features
• Preservation type and condition assessment
• Rock matrix and likely formation location
• Estimated market value and auction estimate
• Rarity assessment and scientific significance
• Preparation and care recommendations
BUILD YOUR FIELD JOURNAL
Keep a personal catalog of every fossil you've identified. Filter by type, sort by period, and track your growing collection over time.
JOIN THE DIG SITE
Share your discoveries with a worldwide community of fossil hunters, collectors, and paleontology enthusiasts. Browse thousands of specimens identified by others and explore fossils from every geological era.
PERFECT FOR
• Fossil hunters and rockhounds
• Paleontology students and educators
• Museum visitors and nature explorers
• Rock and mineral collectors
• Anyone curious about Earth's deep history
Whether you stumbled upon a mysterious imprint on a hiking trail or inherited a collection from a grandparent, Fossil Identifier turns every find into a learning experience. Unearth the past — one specimen at a time.
Ratings & Reviews
The developer, Kawaii, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- User Content
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Kawaii, Incorporated
- Size
- 5.6 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.2 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.2 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 26.2 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 26.2 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Contains
User-Generated Content
- Copyright
- © Fossil Identifier