Identify North American birds with a comprehensive field guide. Access detailed species information, listen to calls, and track your sightings. Includes a quiz game to aid learning.
5.8.0
May 15, 2026
- New: Snap a bird photo for possible species suggestions with AI. - New: Add multiple photos to each sighting. - New: "About me" in your profile — share a bit about yourself. - New: Support for the latest iOS versions. - Bug fixes and other improvements.
MoreiKnow Birds LITE covers 997 bird species found in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The LITE version specifically includes 15 species for initial learning.
Yes, 550 bird calls and songs are available offline. However, thousands of additional calls and the online species consultation require an internet connection.
The online species consultation connects you with enthusiasts and biologists worldwide. They can help you identify a bird species if you are still unsure after using the app's resources.
The sightings function allows you to store comprehensive details about your discoveries. This includes photos, the time of the sighting, GPS position, and location.
Yes, iKnow Birds LITE is designed to help users learn to identify birds easily. The species training quiz game is specifically mentioned as a tool to achieve this goal faster.
iKnow Birds LITE helps identify birds by appearance (size, feathering, beak type), range and habitat, order (e.g., owls, eagles), and migration patterns.
The app was last updated on May 24, 2018, to version 3.3.1. While this indicates a past update, the frequency of future updates is not specified.
iKnow Birds LITE is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.
