Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab

What's that bird? Ask Merlin - the world's leading app for birds. Just like magic, Merlin Bird ID will help you solve the mystery. Merlin Bird ID helps you identify birds you see and hear. Merlin is unlike any other bird app - it's powered by eBird, the world's largest database of bird sightings, sounds, and photos. Merlin offers four fun ways to identify birds.

Answer a few simple questions, upload a photo, record a singing bird, or explore birds in a region. Whether you're curious about a bird you've seen once or you're hoping to identify every bird you can find, the answers are waiting for you with this free app from the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Why You'LL Love Merlin Expert ID tips, range maps, photos, and sounds help you learn about the birds you spot and build birding skills.

Discover a new bird species each day with your own personalized Bird of the Day Get customized lists of birds you can find where you live or travel - anywhere in the world! Keep track of your sightings - build your personal list of the birds you find Machine Learning Magic Powered by Visipedia, Merlin Sound ID and Photo ID uses machine learning to identify birds in photos and sounds. Merlin learns to recognize bird species based on training sets of millions of photos and sounds collected by birders at eBird.org, archived in the Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Merlin delivers the most accurate results thanks to experienced birders, who curate and annotate sightings, photos, and sounds, who are the true magic behind Merlin. Amazing Content Choose bird packs that contain photos, songs,.

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology's mission is to interpret and conserve the Earth's biological diversity through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds and nature. We are able to offer Merlin for free thanks to the generosity of Cornell Lab members, supporters, and citizen-science contributors. The interface is organized for quick access to the most frequently used functions, reducing the time needed to complete common tasks. Advanced options are available for users who want to customize their experience and optimize the application for their workflow. Data sync and backup features help users keep their information safe and accessible across multiple devices when needed.

The application supports a wide range of file formats and integrates with popular services to extend its usefulness. Performance optimization ensures smooth operation even on older hardware, making it accessible to a broad user base. Comprehensive documentation and in-app guidance help new users get started quickly while power users can explore advanced capabilities. Users can organize content, apply filters, and access key functions through an intuitive layout that minimizes learning curve. Cross-platform support and cloud integration extend the application's reach across different devices and ecosystems. Built-in tutorials and contextual help ensure that users can discover and master features at their own pace.

The interface is organized for quick access to the most frequently used functions, reducing the time needed to complete common tasks. The application supports a wide range of file formats and integrates with popular services to extend its usefulness. The interface is organized for quick access to the most frequently used functions, reducing the time needed to complete common tasks. Advanced options are available for users who want to customize their experience and optimize the application for their workflow. Data sync and backup features help users keep their information safe and accessible across multiple devices when needed.