Firefinch

Name: Firefinch
Rating: 4.7 (120 reviews)
Author: Plofskaap

For Southern African birds

Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.

120 Ratings
Age Rating

4+
Years
Chart

No. 114
Travel
Developer

Plofskaap
Language

EN
English
Size

3.4
GB

Firefinch is a beautifully designed, fun and easy-to-use birding app that will ignite an appreciation of birds and a celebration of the wild landscapes of Southern Africa. Explore illustrations, photos, sounds, maps, seasonal stats and helpful tips for almost 1000 bird species. And stay up to date with regular articles by expert birders, birding hotspot write-ups and info on the latest sightings and birding events. Join author and artist Faansie Peacock and the Firefinch community and embark on your birding adventure...whether you’re a fledgling or top twitcher.

Ratings & Reviews

4.7

out of 5

120 Ratings

Really impressed
19/09/2022
MartinPot1974
I’m really impressed with this app. A lot of thought has gone into making this very user friendly. The descriptions are brilliant, while the photos are well chosen. Faansie just has a way of making birding interesting but also easy. The market needed this. I’ve sent one or two pieces of feedback to the team (for further development), with immediate responses. That’s fantastic. I also have the Sasol and Roberts apps but this will become my go-to. As regards the ongoing fee, I know it’s a big change for some. However, I think it’s appropriate. To have this team continuing to develop this world class app will need some funds. It’s not that much money and totally worth it for what you’re getting. Go team Firefinch, with this quality you’ll conquer the market.
Really impressed
19/09/2022
MartinPot1974

I’m really impressed with this app. A lot of thought has gone into making this very user friendly. The descriptions are brilliant, while the photos are well chosen. Faansie just has a way of making birding interesting but also easy. The market needed this. I’ve sent one or two pieces of feedback to the team (for further development), with immediate responses. That’s fantastic. I also have the Sasol and Roberts apps but this will become my go-to. As regards the ongoing fee, I know it’s a big change for some. However, I think it’s appropriate. To have this team continuing to develop this world class app will need some funds. It’s not that much money and totally worth it for what you’re getting. Go team Firefinch, with this quality you’ll conquer the market.
The best birding app in Southern Africa.
9 May
HugTheBT
I am a student studying in Pretoria, and one thing I love doing to get rid of the stress of exams is going for bird walks in the area. This app utilises your location to determine nearby birds one might see and is simply life changing for quickly identifying birds. The Whistlr quizzes are great for learning calls and becoming a more well rounded birder. Also, the Dawn Chorus articles are a treat to read when wanting to go birding but being restricted to your home. A big thank you to the team at Firefinch for building a super-app!
The best birding app in Southern Africa.
9 May
HugTheBT

I am a student studying in Pretoria, and one thing I love doing to get rid of the stress of exams is going for bird walks in the area. This app utilises your location to determine nearby birds one might see and is simply life changing for quickly identifying birds. The Whistlr quizzes are great for learning calls and becoming a more well rounded birder. Also, the Dawn Chorus articles are a treat to read when wanting to go birding but being restricted to your home. A big thank you to the team at Firefinch for building a super-app!
One of the best!
12/08/2023
Stephaans-laeveld
What an amazing app. It is clear that a lot of effort went in to making this app!When the time is right, please add a section where you can test your knowledge with a quiz of bird sounds and images. I find it easiest to learn new birds once I get questioned about them. Bird sounds is not as easy to learn though and if you could develop a way to learn these sounds, even as an alternative app, I will pay big money for such an app!
One of the best!
12/08/2023
Stephaans-laeveld

What an amazing app. It is clear that a lot of effort went in to making this app!When the time is right, please add a section where you can test your knowledge with a quiz of bird sounds and images. I find it easiest to learn new birds once I get questioned about them. Bird sounds is not as easy to learn though and if you could develop a way to learn these sounds, even as an alternative app, I will pay big money for such an app!
My first choice
23 Mar
Naomi_🌞
It’s easy to use and it does the main job of identifying and logging easy. I also use Roberts, but this is my first go-to. It has loads of supporting content that regularly gets updated and fun ways of learning bird calls - whistler. I had one issue with list transfers from roberts and they responded quickly, kept me updated and sorted the issue. Highly recommended app. Well done guys.
My first choice
23 Mar
Naomi_🌞

It’s easy to use and it does the main job of identifying and logging easy. I also use Roberts, but this is my first go-to. It has loads of supporting content that regularly gets updated and fun ways of learning bird calls - whistler. I had one issue with list transfers from roberts and they responded quickly, kept me updated and sorted the issue. Highly recommended app. Well done guys.

NEW • Spotlr: a new game: name the bird from the photo • Target lists: pick a place and month, then refine the birds you still want • Dawn Chorus: a reworked reader, favourites and sharing • A searchable FAQ, and pull to refresh on Birds, Lists and Games IMPROVED • Search says which name matched, and finds short codes • Long-press a sighting to delete it FIXED • Lifelist opens far faster • Screens hold together at large text sizes • A list created while offline no longer hangs

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Provider: Plofskaap Pty Ltd.
Size: 3.4 GB
Category: Travel
Compatibility: Requires iOS 16.2 or later.

iPhone
Requires iOS 16.2 or later.

iPad
Requires iPadOS 16.2 or later.

Mac
Requires macOS 13.1 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.

Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Languages: English
Age Rating: 4+

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In-App Purchases: Yes

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