# Bird ID Master — Your pocket bird ID tool

> Identify bird species worldwide with detailed information and audio. (iPhone/iPad app by Jian Mei.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-master/id1521170860 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jian Mei](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521170862)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.31/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2020-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-master/id1521170860/reviews.md

## What is Bird ID Master?

Bird ID Master, identify 10,000+ species of birds worldwide, access to bird account information in English and Chinese, subspecies, global distribution, bird song playing and side-by-side comparison.
Taxonomy follows IOC10.2.

## Key features

- Identify 10,000+ bird species
- Bird account information (English/Chinese)
- Subspecies and global distribution
- Bird song playback
- Side-by-side species comparison
- IOC10.2 taxonomy

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-id-master/id1521170860/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Helpful!

*2021-08-15*

This app is very fun and easy to use.

### 5/5 — Good but not good for I pads

*2021-06-15, version 0.1.5*

When I used the app it looked weard(idk how to discribe).

### 5/5 — Way to underrated

*2021-04-11, version 0.1.4*

This app is very probably the best free one tbh

### 5/5 — Very accurate and takes minimal spaces

*2021-04-03, version 0.1.4*

It doesn’t even need to download anything, and gives you several candidates with accuracy probability.

One helpful thing to add is region filters within a country. US is very large, and it sometimes suggest birds not available in our local region.

### 1/5 — Frustrating

*2021-02-28*

The app experience is terrible. I don’t understand how to use it.

**Developer response:** Hi，sorry for your bad experience. You can use this app to identity birds with picture from your album or taking a photo with any bird. Also you can explore birds with bird names.

### 5/5 — Wonderful app for birdwatchers

*2020-09-27*

The app is convenient, easy-to-use and helpful.  Highly recommended

### 5/5 — A must-have app for birders

*2020-08-04, version 0.0.6*

Global coverage with great accuracy of identifying.

### 5/5 — Very accurate and smooth!

*2020-07-09, version 0.0.4*

Very user friendly! A must have for a bird watcher!

### 5/5 — Best app for bird watchers

*2020-07-03*

This is an outstanding app for bird watchers. Intelligent and insightful, can’t thank enough how much effort the developer has put in.  Much appreciated.

### 5/5 — Very impressive

*2020-07-03*

High Accuracy, intelligent, full bird species coverage bird recognition app. Developed by an independent developer? No kidding!

## Frequently asked questions about Bird ID Master

### How many bird species can Bird ID Master identify?

Bird ID Master can identify over 10,000 species of birds worldwide. The taxonomy follows the IOC10.2 standard.

### What languages are supported for bird information?

Bird ID Master provides bird account information in both English and Chinese, offering accessibility to a wider user base.

### Can I listen to bird songs with Bird ID Master?

Yes, the app features bird song playback, allowing users to identify birds by their calls and compare them.

### Does Bird ID Master offer offline functionality?

The provided data does not specify offline functionality. However, it is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

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

Bird ID Master has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience interested in birds.

### How often is Bird ID Master updated?

The app was last updated on May 26, 2021, with version 0.1.5. Further update frequency is not detailed.

### Is Bird ID Master free to use?

Yes, Bird ID Master is available for free download and use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What information is available for each bird species?

For each species, users can access information on subspecies, global distribution, and detailed account details in English and Chinese.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.1.5 — 2021-05-26

Bug fixed.

### 0.1.4 — 2020-12-02

- Running on MacBook Air / Pro / Mini M1 version

### 0.1.2 — 2020-11-29

- UI improved.
- Sharing function improved.

### 0.1.1 — 2020-11-26

ID birds in no time!

### 0.1.0 — 2020-09-26

Sharing photo from Photos to Bird ID Master engine for identifying birds.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*