# Aboutbirds — Birds ID with Photos/Sounds

> Offline bird identification using photos and sounds with a comprehensive database. (iPhone/iPad app by Bird Master Technology (Shenzhen) Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aboutbirds/id6738765188 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bird Master Technology (Shenzhen) Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1500555630)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 283 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2024-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aboutbirds/id6738765188/reviews.md

## What is Aboutbirds?

Aboutbirds App ensures you always have the tools to accurately identify bird images and songs, no matter where you are. Whether in a bustling city, a dense forest, a remote mountain range, or an isolated island, this app delivers precise bird identification right to your fingertips.

Key Features
- Offline Image Recognition: Instantly identify birds from photos, even without an internet connection.
- Offline Sound Recognition: Identify bird songs anytime, anywhere, with no network signal required.
- Comprehensive Bird Database: Detailed profiles including photos, distribution maps, behaviors, and bird calls.
- Advanced Taxonomy: Accurate taxonomic information along with names and aliases in multiple languages.
- Bird Call Playback: Listen to authentic bird songs to sharpen your own identification skills.
- Global Coverage: Identify birds from all around the world, leaving virtually no species out.
- Built by birders, for birders — The official offline version of the "Aboutbirds" WeChat Mini-Program.

About Aboutbirds (Premium)
Subscription Name: Aboutbirds (Premium)
Subscription Duration: 1 Year (includes a 7-day free trial or first-month discount)
Subscription Description: By subscribing to the 1-year Aboutbirds (Premium) service, users will enjoy unlimited bird identification, expert-verified bird knowledge, detailed taxonomic information, multi-language bird names, and a completely ad-free experience.
Payment: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
Auto-Renewal: Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
Renewal Charges: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the renewal price.
Free Trial: If a free trial period is offered, any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.
Manage Subscription: Users can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to their iTunes Account or Apple ID Settings after purchase.

Terms of Use: https://aboutbirds.app/about/aboutbirds_term_of_use_cn.html
Privacy Policy: https://aboutbirds.app/about/aboutbirds_privacy_policy_cn.html
Contact Us: support@aboutbirds.app
Learn More About Aboutbirds: https://aboutbirds.app

## Key features

- Offline image recognition
- Offline sound recognition
- Comprehensive bird database
- Multilingual bird names
- Bird call playback
- Global coverage

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AboutBirds Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| AboutBirds Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aboutbirds/id6738765188/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 希望推出平板比例

*2026-07-26*

手机用起来是很不错，但是平板用的话就会小一圈

### 1/5 — 听鸟功能不好用

*2026-07-05*

刚下载体验时听鸟功能非常好用，就购买了会员，可是刚买了会员，这个功能就几乎用不了了，很糟糕的体验。

### 1/5 — 太垃圾了，什么都听不懂

*2026-06-07*

之前用着挺好的，识别的对不对我不知道但好歹能认出来，某次更新以后我站鸟旁边录都认不出来

### 2/5 — 每次识图都弹出会员套餐

*2026-06-02*

每次想识图都弹出会员套餐，每一次！非常烦很耽误时间影响心情

### 5/5 — 准确，快速

*2026-05-21*

软件识别鸟类很准确，也很快速，尤其各种羽毛的同种鸟类也很准确。叫声也收集的很多。

### 3/5 — 听鸟效果太差了

*2026-04-16*

录音的时候为了避免有杂音，自己都不敢呼吸，然而录音根本录不进

### 5/5 — 咪咪

*2026-03-24*

特别特别好！

### 5/5 — 来支持了

*2026-03-18*

很好用哦！希望你们越做越好😊

### 5/5 — 棒哉棒哉

*2026-02-21*

真的很有用，去川西旅游的时候通过这个app收集了很多鸟种，赞！

### 5/5 — 对鸟类分类学解释详尽

*2026-01-31*

对分类学解释非常详尽，如果能增加到科和属的分类搜索就好了。另外生活习性如果更加详细就好了。很不错的一款软件

## Frequently asked questions about Aboutbirds

### Does Aboutbirds have ads?

No, Aboutbirds is ad-free. The premium subscription offers an ad-free experience, and the base app does not contain advertisements.

### How much does Aboutbirds Premium cost?

Aboutbirds Premium is available for $29.99 per year. The subscription includes unlimited bird identification, taxonomy details, multilingual names, and an ad-free experience.

### Can I try Aboutbirds Premium for free?

Yes, Aboutbirds Premium offers a 7-day free trial or a discounted first month. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited when a subscription is purchased.

### How do I cancel my Aboutbirds Premium subscription?

You can manage your subscription by visiting your iTunes Account or Apple ID settings. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### What devices is Aboutbirds compatible with?

Aboutbirds is available for iPhone and iPod. It requires iOS 4+ and is rated for ages 4 and up.

### Does Aboutbirds work offline?

Yes, Aboutbirds offers offline image and sound recognition, allowing you to identify birds even without an internet connection.

### What information is available in the bird database?

The comprehensive bird database includes detailed profiles with images, range maps, behaviors, and bird calls. It also features clear taxonomy and multilingual names to aid identification.

### How often is Aboutbirds updated?

The latest version, 1.5.1, was released on March 20, 2026. The app was initially released on November 28, 2024, indicating regular updates.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.10 — 2026-07-30

Taxonomy upgraded to AviList 2025.
Lifer List: Import from eBird / Birdreport.cn.
Better audio feature.

### 1.5.9 — 2026-07-05

Taxonomy upgraded to AviList 2025.
Lifer List: Import from eBird / Birdreport.cn.

### 1.5.8 — 2026-06-26

Taxonomy upgraded to AviList 2025.
Lifer List: Import from eBird / Birdreport.cn.

### 1.5.7 — 2026-06-12

Taxonomy upgraded to AviList 2025.
Lifer List: Import from eBird / Birdreport.cn.

### 1.5.6 — 2026-06-02

Taxonomy upgraded to AviList 2025.
Lifer List: Import from eBird / Birdreport.cn.
Optimize bird pack download.
Bug fixes.

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