Insect Identifier · CapKnow

AI takes photos to identify insects

Strange little creatures are often encountered in our homes, gardens and outdoors. CapKnow helps you turn "What kind of insect is this?" into saveable knowledge cards.

Monarch Butterfly Identification ExampleRecognition results Demo

monarch butterfly

Orange-black wing surface, white spots and flower-visiting behavior.

Judgment cluesOrange-black wing surface, white spots and flower-visiting behavior.
Result presentationPossible answers, rationales, and similar results.
Insectswings textureContact reminder
Use Cases

These scenes are great for filming

Unknown insects appear in the house

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Seeing a beetle, caterpillar or butterfly in the garden

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Trying to decide if you need to avoid it when camping

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

The child asked "What kind of insect is this?"

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Record natural observations and insect illustrations

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Result Card

What's in the result

  • Possible names and categories
  • Identification features such as wings, antennae, feet, patterns, etc.
  • Common habitats
  • Alerts on possible stings or skin irritations
  • Similar insects and misidentified points
  • Shareable insect observation cards
Examples

Common identification examples

Lady beetle

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Praying mantis Praying mantis

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Dragonfly Dragonfly

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Butterfly Butterfly

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Bee Bee

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Spider Spider

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Photo Tips

How to shoot to make it easier to identify

Pay attention to safety when taking photos close by and avoid touching unknown insects

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Photograph the back, sides and size reference in natural light

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Small insects can be enlarged and cropped, but do not compress them excessively

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Notice

Things to note

Do not touch unknown insects, spiders or caterpillars with bare hands. When it comes to allergies, stings, pet ingestion, or pest control, please consult a doctor or professional pest control personnel.

Related

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FAQ

FAQ

Can CapKnow tell if a bug is poisonous?

It can only provide a general safety reminder and cannot be used as a basis for medical treatment or pest treatment.

Can the photo be recognized even if it is very small?

If the subject is clear, well-lit, and has complete outlines, you may still get good clues; severe blur or too small will reduce the quality.

The next time you encounter the unknown, don’t miss it.

When you see something you don’t recognize, take a photo of it. CapKnow will give possible answers, basis and related knowledge, and save them to your knowledge record.

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