BirdBrain: Bird Identifier
Sound & Photo ID, Hotspots
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Experience bird identification like never before with BirdBrain — the AI-powered companion for every birding adventure. Whether you're a seasoned ornithologist or a curious backyard observer, BirdBrain transforms how you discover and learn about birds.
IDENTIFY WITH INSTANT AI RECOGNITION
Point your camera at any bird and let our advanced AI instantly identify the species. Our neural network has been trained on thousands of bird images to deliver accurate identifications in seconds. From common backyard visitors to rare migratory species, BirdBrain recognizes them all.
RECORD AND IDENTIFY BY SOUND
Hear a mysterious bird call? Record it and let BirdBrain's audio recognition AI identify the species by sound alone. Perfect for those early morning encounters when visual identification isn't possible.
FILTER-BASED DISCOVERY
Not sure what you're seeing? Use our guided identification filter. Answer simple questions about size, colors, and behavior, and BirdBrain narrows down the possibilities, teaching you the distinguishing features of each candidate species.
EXPLORE NEARBY HOTSPOTS
Discover the best birding locations near you with our integrated hotspot map. Find seasonal migration routes, local birding communities, and prime spots to spot rare species. See recent sightings from other birders and plan your next adventure.
BUILD YOUR PERSONAL COLLECTION
Create a digital birding journal with your species sightings. Organize collections by location, date, or rarity tier. Unlock gamified achievements as you discover rarer birds (S-tier, A-tier, B-tier, C-tier rankings). Track your progress and share your discoveries with fellow birders.
ASK BIRDBRAIN — YOUR AI EXPERT
Chat with our conversational AI bird expert. Ask questions about behavior, migration patterns, nesting habits, conservation status, or fascinating ornithological facts. Get instant answers powered by advanced AI and comprehensive bird knowledge.
PHOTO ENHANCEMENT
Snap lower-quality photos? Our ProCapture enhancement technology sharpens and clarifies your bird photos for better identification and sharing.
EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
Access in-depth articles on species identification, birding techniques, conservation efforts, and avian biology. Learn from expert contributors and deepen your understanding of the birds around you.
PREMIUM FEATURES
Unlock unlimited identifications, photo enhancements, and AI chat conversations with a premium subscription. Enjoy priority processing and exclusive content.
KEY FEATURES:
• 30,000+ bird species database
• AI photo identification (85%+ accuracy)
• AI sound recognition for bird calls
• Interactive filter-based identification
• Birding hotspots map with real-time data
• Personal collection management with rarity tiers
• Ask BirdBrain AI chat expert
• Photo enhancement (ProCapture)
• Educational articles and guides
• Social sharing capabilities
• Free tier: 5 photo IDs, 3 sound IDs, 10 AI chats daily
• Premium subscription: Unlimited access
PERMISSIONS
BirdBrain requests minimal permissions:
• Camera: To photograph birds for identification
• Microphone: To record bird calls for audio identification
• Location: To show nearby hotspots (used only with your permission)
• Photo Library: To identify birds from your saved photos
Your privacy is paramount. Audio recordings are processed by our AI service and not retained. All data is encrypted and stored securely.
PRIVACY & DATA
BirdBrain is developed with privacy at its core. Read our comprehensive Privacy Policy for details on how we protect your data. We comply with GDPR and global privacy standards.
Join thousands of bird enthusiasts worldwide discovering the joy of birding with BirdBrain — Your AI-Powered Birding Companion.
TERMS OF USE
By downloading this app and subscribing, you agree to the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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This update includes general performance and stability improvements across the app.
We refined several interface elements for a smoother, more polished experience.
Various minor bug fixes have been applied to improve overall reliability.
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The developer, Apparent Group Limited, 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 Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Location
- Identifiers
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Information
- Seller
- Apparent Group Limited
- Size
- 111.6 MB
- Category
- Reference
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 16.6 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 16.6 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 13.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Bird Brain One-Time Offer $24.99
- Bird Brain Weekly $7.99
- Bird Brain Yearly $39.99
- Bird Brain Annual Promo $29.99
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- Copyright
- © 2026 Apparent Group Limited