BirdTrace
Identify & Record Birds
About
This app helps you identify birds from photos, explore detailed species information, and keep a personal record of your sightings. It features a global bird database, offline identification capabilities, and conservation status for species in China.
What's New in BirdTrace
3.2.1
October 3, 2026
BirdTrace 3.2.1 • Corrected bird names and BirdDex catalog data for improved accuracy and consistency. BirdTrace 3.2 • Reimagined Culture & Stories All 1,000 existing entries have been rewritten, with 378 new stories added. Explore a collection of 1,378 stories in Chinese and English, bringing birds’ connections with mythology, folklore, literature, and history to life. • References After Every Story Find supporting sources and useful cultural notes directly after each story for further reading and exploration. • New Collectible-Style Bird Cards Tap the top-right share button in a BirdDex entry to automatically create a bird poster featuring its photo, Chinese and English names, Latin scientific name, classification from kingdom to species, and a brief introduction. • Save and Share Save your card to Photos or send it through available apps such as WeChat and Telegram using the system share sheet. BirdTrace 3.1 • Upgraded the on-device AI model for improved bird identification accuracy and reliability. • Added cultural stories exploring birds’ connections with mythology, folklore, religion, symbolism, and history. • Enriched the BirdDex reading experience and improved the interface and stability. BirdTrace 3.0 • Introduced a global 52-week migration atlas for exploring seasonal changes in modeled bird population distributions. • Combined on-device visual recognition with geographic context to prioritize species relevant to your birding location. • Upgraded the recognition model while keeping core identification private and available offline. • Added migration search by Chinese name, English name, or scientific name, with species-by-species data downloads for later reuse. • Improved migration-map rendering, map and location support, and system compatibility. Thank you for discovering birds, recording encounters, and exploring their stories with BirdTrace.
MoreFAQ
What is BirdTrace?
BirdTrace is a reference app designed to help users identify birds from photos, explore detailed information about various species, and maintain a personal log of their bird sightings. It aims to enhance the birdwatching experience by providing comprehensive data and recording capabilities.
Can I identify birds offline with BirdTrace?
Yes, BirdTrace offers offline bird identification. You can select or capture a bird photo and use its on-device model for identification without a continuous internet connection, making it ideal for outdoor use.
How many bird species does BirdTrace cover?
BirdTrace 2.0 includes a global BirdDex that covers 11,171 bird species worldwide. Users can search by common or scientific name and browse taxonomic information for each species.
What kind of information is available for each bird species?
Species pages in BirdTrace provide bilingual (Chinese and English) information including identification, appearance, habitat, distribution, behavior, diet, breeding habits, and taxonomy. The depth of information may vary by species.
Does BirdTrace track conservation status?
For bird species found in China, BirdTrace displays conservation labels such as National First-Class Protected Wildlife and National Second-Class Protected Wildlife, along with other nationally protected species categories.
How does BirdTrace help me build a bird collection?
You can save the birds you encounter as personal records within the app, gradually completing your own BirdDex. Each saved record contributes to your growing collection and documents your birdwatching journey.
Does BirdTrace have ads?
No, BirdTrace does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use and does not display any ads to its users.
What devices is BirdTrace available on?
BirdTrace is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to be compatible with Apple's mobile operating systems.
