# Birda - Bird Watching, Birding — eBird Import & AI Identifier

> Bird identification, tracking, community, and conservation for birdwatchers. (iPhone/iPad app by Chirp Birding Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/birda-bird-watching-birding/id1564130920 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chirp Birding Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1484451190)
- Category: Reference, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,164 App Store ratings · 321 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 198 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-10-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/birda-bird-watching-birding/id1564130920/reviews.md

## What is Birda?

Birda is birdwatching, reimagined.

Birda is more than a birdwatching app, it’s your companion for getting outside, noticing more, and reconnecting with nature. Whether you’re spotting your first bird or chasing your next life tick, Birda helps you identify birds, track your progress, and share the experience with a friendly global community.

Modern life pulls us indoors. Birda helps you push back.

From gardens and local patches to national parks and far-flung adventures, Birda makes birding more fun, more rewarding, and easier to stick with.

IDENTIFY BIRDS - Identify birds your way. Use powerful AI to identify birds from photos (even blurry ones), describe a bird in your own words with AI text identification, or explore Birda’s beautifully detailed species guide with photos, bird calls, maps, and key ID tips. Not quite sure yet? Post your sighting and let the Birda community help confirm the ID so you learn faster and grow your confidence with every bird you see.

RECORD YOUR SIGHTINGS - Log birds in seconds, whether it’s a single sighting or a full birding session. Birda keeps everything in one place, so your birding memories don’t fade, they grow.

STAY ORGANISED - Birda automatically records dates and locations, manages your sessions, and creates elegant life lists for you, from garden and patch lists to country and global totals. Spend less time logging and sorting, and more time out in the field discovering new species.

DISCOVER MORE BIRDS - Find birdwatching hotspots near you, see what others are spotting, and explore birds from around the world. Planning a trip or just curious? Discover what’s being seen and where right now.

A FRIENDLY BIRDING COMMUNITY - Birding is better together. Share sightings, swap tips, celebrate wins, and help each other learn. Whether you’re asking for ID help or offering it, Birda is a welcoming place for birders of all levels.

MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE -  Every sighting you log helps more than just you. Birda shares data with the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF), supporting real-world research and conservation efforts, turning everyday birding into meaningful impact.

GOALS, CHALLENGES & MOTIVATION - Stay inspired with birding challenges, achievement badges, and personal milestones. Birda helps you build healthy habits, spend more time outdoors, and enjoy the simple joy of noticing wildlife around you.

SYNC YOUR BIRDING HISTORY - Already use other platforms? Easily import sightings from eBird, Merlin Bird ID, BirdTrack, BirdLasser, iNaturalist, and more. You’re always free to export your data, your birding history stays yours.

LIFE LISTS THAT GROW WITH YOU - Birda automatically builds life lists organised by time, place, and region, so you can see your progress unfold, from your first bird to your biggest year yet.

PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST - You’re in control. Set privacy zones around your home, hide sensitive locations, and decide exactly what you share, birding safely and responsibly.

BUILT FOR SERIOUS & CURIOUS BIRDERS - Birda brings together curious beginners and seasoned birders in one welcoming community. Learn from others, share what you know, and grow your birding skills at your own pace, whether you’re identifying your first bird or helping others confirm theirs.


Whether you’re brand new to birding or have years of experience, Birda is for you.

Download Birda today, head outside, and start noticing more of the natural world, one bird at a time.

Reconnect with nature. Learn as you go. Make every sighting count.


Community Standards: https://birda.org/community-standards/
Terms of Service: https://birda.org/terms/
Privacy Policy: https://birda.org/privacy/

## Key features

- AI bird identification from photos
- Manual bird identification with AI text
- Detailed species guide with calls and maps
- Log bird sightings and sessions
- Automatic life list creation
- Discover birding hotspots and recent sightings
- Community forum for ID help and sharing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Birda+ Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Birda+ Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Birda+ Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #65 in Top Free · Reference (US App Store)
- #66 in Top Grossing · Reference (US App Store)

## What do users think of Birda?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Friendly and helpful community
- 📚 Informative bird guides and species information
- 🎯 Challenges and badges to encourage birding
- 📸 Easy to log and share bird sightings
- 🗺️ Ability to see nearby bird sightings
- 🆕 Beginner-friendly and intuitive to use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, slow loading, etc.)
- 💰 Paid subscription required for some features
- 🔍 Limited bird species coverage in some areas
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with full camera roll access
- 🗺️ Nearby sightings radius too large for some users

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Account reset issues causing data loss
- Keyboard issues when adding comments
- Inconsistent GPS tracking during birding sessions

**Most requested features**

- Sound identification feature
- Ability to log multiple birds in a single sighting
- Improved search and filtering options
- Integration with eBird for seamless data sync
- Option to mark sightings as captive/non-wild birds

## Recent user reviews (10 of 321)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/birda-bird-watching-birding/id1564130920/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No Support

*2026-08-18, version 0.0.1836*

Worst app ever. All AI. Canceled, and they still took $60. Zero support, no way to get to a human. Wish I could leave 0 stars, they don’t even deserve 1.

### 5/5 — Bird

*2026-08-15, version 0.0.1836*

I like birds, and i like bird watching, and this helps me log and post about what i find

### 1/5 — would give 0 if i could

*2026-08-13, version 0.0.1835*

tried the one week trial, knew the app wasn’t something i’d use. it’s no more helpful then ebird or merlin or free apps out there. i tried cancelling the app via the instructions and it said no active subscription in my apple account to cancel so must not exist but was automatically charged 35$ for the year fee. they don’t explain you need to go through paddle (the app that collects payment for them) to cancel this- nowhere in their website or instructions is this explained. so confusing and a total rip off

### 5/5 — Birds woo

*2026-08-04, version 0.0.1834*

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### 2/5 — Great concept, virtually non functional

*2026-07-17, version 0.0.1832*

Really hope this app improves, but the identification capabilities are pretty tragic, even with good photos

### 3/5 — Camera button needs to show up faster birds fly away🕊️🕊️😭

*2026-07-14, version 0.0.1831*

Cool concept but camera does not always identify the bird

### 4/5 — Great app

*2026-07-14, version 0.0.1831*

So much fun!!! Would love a feature where you can hear the sound the birds make to help identify the bird.

### 4/5 — Incorrect Species

*2026-07-08, version 0.0.1831*

I’ve noticed recently that some species (Such as Carrion Crow and Hooded Crow) are the same species in the app whereas on all other bird ID sites and apps they are listed as separate species. This is a problem cause it messes with peoples Birda Life List and Life List on other apps, making them different and could cause confusion

### 5/5 — 1st Sighting Crimson Rosella’s

*2026-07-04, version 0.0.1831*

Love this app, great resource and easy to use.

### 5/5 — Earth birds

*2026-06-30, version 0.0.1830*

Good job

## Frequently asked questions about Birda

### What does the Birda app do?

Birda is a comprehensive birdwatching app designed to help users identify birds, log their sightings, and connect with a global community of birders. It offers AI-powered identification from photos and text descriptions, a detailed species guide, and tools for tracking progress and building life lists.

### How can I identify birds with Birda?

You can identify birds using Birda in several ways: by uploading a photo for AI identification, by describing the bird in your own words for AI text identification, or by browsing the app's detailed species guide which includes photos, bird calls, and ID tips. You can also ask the Birda community for help with identification.

### Is Birda free to use?

The core features of Birda, including bird identification, sighting logging, and community access, are available for free. The app also offers in-app purchases for additional features or content, providing a freemium model for users.

### Can I import my old birding data into Birda?

Yes, Birda allows you to easily import your birding history from other popular platforms such as eBird, Merlin Bird ID, BirdTrack, BirdLasser, and iNaturalist. This ensures you can consolidate your sightings and continue tracking your progress seamlessly.

### How does Birda contribute to conservation?

Every bird sighting logged in Birda contributes to real-world research and conservation efforts. The app shares this data with the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF), helping scientists and conservationists understand bird populations and protect biodiversity.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.0.1839 — 2026-08-28

We’ve worked on performance improvements and bug fixes to keep your birding experience smooth and enjoyable. Happy birding with Birda!

### 0.0.1838 — 2026-08-20

We’ve worked on performance improvements and bug fixes to keep your birding experience smooth and enjoyable. Happy birding with Birda!

### 0.0.1837 — 2026-08-18

We’ve worked on performance improvements and bug fixes to keep your birding experience smooth and enjoyable. Happy birding with Birda!

### 0.0.1836 — 2026-08-14

We’ve worked on performance improvements and bug fixes to keep your birding experience smooth and enjoyable. Happy birding with Birda!

### 0.0.1835 — 2026-08-07

We’ve worked on performance improvements and bug fixes to keep your birding experience smooth and enjoyable. Happy birding with Birda!

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