# Bird ID Hawaii

> Hawaii bird identification guide with sounds, videos, and sighting log. (iPhone/iPad app by John P. Hoover.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-hawaii/id926046803 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John P. Hoover](https://appshunter.io/developer/520389659)
- Category: Reference, Travel
- Price: $8.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 142 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-10-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-hawaii/id926046803/reviews.md

## What is Bird ID Hawaii?

Updated July 2026. Everything you need for identifying birds in Hawaii. Includes all native and endemic birds, introduced birds, regularly-seen seabirds and shorebirds, common migrant waterfowl. Built-in sounds for most forest & tall grass birds. Save sightings in Log Book.

- Find birds by Habitat, Color, Name
- Play sound for most birds
- Play video for many birds (internet required)
- Save birds in Logbook, add field notes, email Logbook (text only)
- Direct link to Wikipedia article for each bird.
- Links to useful birding websites.
- Designed for iPhone but also plays well on iPad.


Not included: rare migrant waterfowl and a few very localized introduced birds. 

Created by John Hoover, author of Hawaii's best-selling marine life ID books: The Ultimate Guide to Hawaiian Reef Fishes, and: Hawaii's Sea Creatures, a Guide to Hawaii's Marine Invertebrates. Check them out on Amazon

## Key features

- Identify birds by habitat, color, or name
- Play bird sounds
- Watch bird videos
- Log sightings with field notes
- Links to Wikipedia and birding websites

## Chart rankings

- #191 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-hawaii/id926046803/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Bird ID Hawai’i

*2026-03-08*

I just got this app a couple days ago after losing my book. It is actually quite good. Easy to navigate. Easy to find the bird you are looking for because you can look up by name such as “parakeet” or “dove”.  The book also organizes by habitat or color. In addition you can, by tapping at the top of the screen, limit the list to a specific island. His notes for each bird are informative. 
I have birded a long time but this is my first trip to Hawaii and this book has been helpful. 
Well done.

### 5/5 — a clear and concise app for Hawaii

*2024-01-17*

I start by saying I am not a serious type of birder...  no life lists, and I enjoy "discovering" a bird each time I discover it. With that caveat, I think this app is just what I need for my next trip to Hawaii. It wil run without internet, can narrow it down to one island, and gives the sounds in most cases.   I'll write again after I return from Maui.

### 5/5 — The Very Best App for Hawaiian Birding

*2021-04-01*

This app is so helpful because it every island and which birds are on it and in which habitats. I love love love using it. 

The ability to switch between islands is so fabulous. 

Do you get my drift. Get this app pro or beginner you will love it.

### 4/5 — Island categories

*2021-03-18*

It would be helpful if there were categories of the birds separated by the different islands on which they are seen.

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2020-11-26*

Love the songs

### 5/5 — Excellent!!

*2020-02-12*

An extremely well crafted app.  The interface is obvious, intuitive, and very useful in the field.  A rarity in software these days.  The author clearly spent the time to get it right.  Now if he could just bring back all the birds that man has exterminated through stupidity.

### 5/5 — Excellent App!!

*2019-08-04*

I have found Bird ID Hawai`i to be the perfect companion on my weekly bike rides across Kawainui Marsh, though Norfolk and around Kaelepulu.  The information about each bird is interesting and concise.  It has helped me gain a deeper appreciation for the many birds I see and has peaked my interest to learn more.  Highly recommended!
Bill Brooks

### 5/5 — Great app for birding in Hawai’i

*2019-04-20*

My wife and I just returned from the Big Island and used this app a lot. It had all the features we desired, with a simple, logical layout and the ability to search by habitat type, color, or name. High-quality photos, video, and sounds made it easy to identify birds. The description of each species provided just the right amount of information for in the field (including where to find each species) and the links to Wikipedia pages were really convenient to learn more. One thing we really liked was that all endemic were clearly identified and could be searched for separately. Because so many of Hawai’i’s birds are exotics, we also liked that exotic birds were described with the same level of detail, and with helpful explanations of when, why, and where they were introduced. We highly recommend this app for anyone interested in Hawai’i’s incredible birds, whether you are an occasional or professional birder.

### 5/5 — Birding ID Hawaii

*2019-03-02*

Excellent write ups and great to have songs available

### 5/5 — Bird id Hawaï

*2019-02-17*

Very good app for the money, easy to find birds by differents habitats, island by island or all together with nice pictures. I have to mention that John is very helpfull and open to suggestions also!

## Frequently asked questions about Bird ID Hawaii

### What birds are included in Bird ID Hawaii?

Bird ID Hawaii includes all native and endemic birds, introduced birds, regularly-seen seabirds and shorebirds, and common migrant waterfowl. Rare migrant waterfowl and a few very localized introduced birds are not included.

### Does Bird ID Hawaii have sound and video?

Yes, Bird ID Hawaii includes built-in sounds for most forest and tall grass birds. Video is available for many birds, but requires an internet connection.

### Can I save my bird sightings with Bird ID Hawaii?

Yes, you can save your sightings in the Log Book feature. You can also add field notes to each sighting and email your Logbook as text.

### What devices does Bird ID Hawaii support?

Bird ID Hawaii is designed for iPhone and iPod and also plays well on iPad.

### How much does Bird ID Hawaii cost?

Bird ID Hawaii is a paid application, priced at $8.99.

### How often is Bird ID Hawaii updated?

The app was last updated on March 27, 2024, with version 4.38. Updates are provided to ensure content remains current and features are improved.

### What is the age rating for Bird ID Hawaii?

Bird ID Hawaii has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about birds.

### Does Bird ID Hawaii have ads?

No, Bird ID Hawaii does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2 — 2026-07-24

Updated for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass. A few bugs squashed.

### 5.1 — 2026-07-14

Fixed a few bugs

### 5.0 — 2026-07-08

Updated for iOS 26. Bird names updated.

### 4.38 — 2024-03-27

App Privacy files updated.

### 4.37 — 2024-03-19

Updated of iOS 17

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All apps by John P. Hoover: https://appshunter.io/developer/520389659

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