eBird
Citizen science meets birdwatching.
1. Free
App from Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Free worldwide. No ads.
2. Submit checklists
Tap Start a checklist before each outing. Note birds you see and hear.
3. Hotspots
Find nearby birding spots. See what species other birders have reported recently.
4. Life list
App tracks every species you've ever seen. Watching the list grow is addictive.
5. Rare bird alerts
Get notifications when rare birds are spotted near you. Drive over to see them.
6. Yard list
Track birds at home with a separate yard checklist. Common feeder birds add up fast.
Your data helps scientists track climate change, migrations, and bird populations.