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Discover rare bird sightings in your vicinity based on community-submitted checklists. Customize your search by distance, recency, and location. Access identification details and photos to aid your bird spotting.
✓Find nearby rare bird sightings
✓Customize sighting proximity and recency
✓Filter by county or view all local birds
✓Open sighting locations in maps
✓View sighting comments
✓Access bird identification details and photos
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What's New in eBird Alert!
4.2
October 28, 2026
Updated eBird's taxonomic families. From 4.1: Ready for iPhone Duo, and more! - All new columnar layout on iPad. - Photos link in checklist goes to photos. - Videos link in checklists. - Checklist shows full time range. - Taxonomic order can collapse sections. - Clickable links in comments. - Proper time zones for non-local observations.
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What is eBird Alert!?
eBird Alert! displays rare bird sightings in your area, sourced from checklists submitted by birders to the global eBird database. It helps you find and identify birds nearby.
How does eBird Alert! find nearby birds?
The app uses your device's location to identify birds in your vicinity. It allows you to select the desired proximity and recency of sightings.
Can I see all local birds, not just rarities?
Yes, eBird Alert! allows you to choose whether to see only rarities or all local birds within your selected area.
Does eBird Alert! have ads?
No, eBird Alert! is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted experience for users.
What devices does eBird Alert! support?
eBird Alert! is available for iPhone and iPad devices.
How often is eBird Alert! updated?
The latest version, 4.2, was last updated on October 28, 2026. Updates typically occur to improve features and reliability.
Is eBird Alert! free to use?
Yes, eBird Alert! is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.
What is the age rating for eBird Alert!?
eBird Alert! has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in birding.
