About Fossil Identification
Spotter identifies fossils from a photo — fossilized shells, plant imprints, bones, coral, and petrified wood. Fossils record preservation rather than a single organism, so Spotter helps you understand both what you found and the creature or plant it came from.
Each result includes the likely identification and context on its age and formation. It is the same app that handles the rocks, minerals, and living nature you find on the same outing.
Tips for Better Identification
- Photograph the fossil in good light, filling the frame with the detail.
- Include something for scale when the size is not obvious.
- Note the type of rock it is embedded in and where you found it.
- A clean, dust-free surface gives a clearer identification.
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Free to download. Get instant species identifications with habitat info, safety reference notes, and full species detail — right from your phone.