Birds are some of the most amazing animals we get to see and hear everyday. We’re surrounded by these intelligent, colorful, and vocal flying creatures which have beautiful plumage in an array of stunning colors and are capable of creating unique melodies with mesmerizing patterns through a variety of chirps, whistles and croaks. While we commonly see a few birds flapping around every day without giving them much attention, there’s so much to learn about these majestic animals. From their unique anatomy to their incredible migration patterns, birds are truly amazing creatures. For bird lovers, birdwatching can be an awesome way to connect with nature. Not only is birdwatching a great way for spending time outside, but studies have shown that seeing or hearing birds can also help relief stress and also improve your mood, well-being and mental health. While you might think that birdwatching requires fancy binoculars or high-end cameras to be done properly, you don’t really need any of that. In fact, there’s a much simpler solution that allows you to partake in birdwatching right from the comfort of your home. Meet the Birdfy Feeder.
The Birdfy Feeder is a smart AI-powered bird feeder which has a IP65 Weatherproof construction and comes equipped with a large 1.5L bird food container with built-in drainage, a perch where birds can comfortably land, eat and relax, and an HD camera that streams live footage of visiting birds at 1080p FHD resolution in a 135º FOV for which it boasts 8X Zoom and full-color night vision. Its camera also leverages AI recognition technology, which makes it capable of accurately identifying over 6,000 bird species worldwide, a motion detection sensor that allows it to automatically record videos and send you smartphone notifications whenever bird activity is detected, plus a two-way audio system for listening to birds singing. The device supports MicroSD Cards of up to 128GB capacity for local storage, but the company also has a subscription-based EVR (Event Video Recording) cloud storage service available for saving 20-second videos of your most precious memories. It also features a 5dBi antenna that provides a stable 2.4ghz Wi-Fi connection, and up to 6 months of battery life. Via the Birdfy App, you can capture and share your avian encounters with an extensive community, post it on social media, and even share the device’s camera feed with up to 20 guest users to share their birdwatching experience with.
This revolutionary birdwatching solution is perfect for avid birdwatchers and those that are new to this hobby. With it, you can transform your garden or backyard into a thriving hub for local wildlife exploration.
Now, let’s have a closer look at the Birdfy Feeder and go over exactly how this smart AI-powered bird feeder is designed to work.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with its unit’s size, this smart bird feeder comes at a compact size, measuring just 8.8 inches long by 8.7 inches wide by 10.6 inches tall (220 x 225 x 270 mm). Thanks to its sleek dimensions, you can easily install it pretty much anywhere you see fit.
The Birdfy Feeder also sports a cheerful design, with its main body coming in a White color, while the top lid cover for its food container and its bird perch come in a beautiful Light Blue color accent. (It’s also available in Light Yellow).
Moreover, this smart bird feeder also packs a highly durable construction, as its entire body is built of high-quality PC and ABS plastic.
Moving on to the different components that integrate the Birdfy Feeder. Starting with the largest part of the unit’s main body, this smart AI-powered bird feeder comes equipped with a large food container for storing bird food that has 1.5L (50 oz.) capacity. The unit’s food container also integrates a built-in drainage at its base that helps prevent moisture and mold from building up.
More importantly, the whole unit is also rated to have an IP65 Weatherproof Rating, meaning it can withstand harsh weather conditions such as heavy rain and snow.
Integrated at the front-side of the unit, there’s also a built-in perch (i.e. a stand) where birds can comfortably land, eat, sun-bathe, and relax on.
For recording video, the Birdfy Feeder comes equipped with a high-definition wide-angled camera that’s installed at the very center of its food container.
The Birdfy Feeder’s HD camera can stream live video footage and record videos of visiting birds at a 1080p FHD resolution in a 135º FOV (field of view).
The unit’s camera also boasts an 8X Zoom function that enables users to capture close-up details while recording video footage of birds, along with full-color night vision, which allows it to get the best shots of different bird species in full color not only during the day but also during nighttime.
What’s more is that its HD camera also leverages AI recognition technology, which makes it capable of accurately identifying over 6,000 bird species worldwide by simply comparing detected birds with Birdfy’s vast database of bird species. Once a bird’s species is identified by its AI algorithms, users are offered detailed information about that bird’s particular species through the unit’s mobile app.
In addition, the unit’s HD camera also comes equipped with a passive infrared (IR) motion detection sensor that allows it to automatically record videos and send you smartphone notifications whenever bird activity is detected.
Lastly, this smart bird feeder also integrates a two-way audio system comprising a speaker and microphone through which users can listen to birds singing and also resort to using its microphone to scare away squirrels if they attempt to access the unit’s food container.
The Birdfy Feeder’s video footage can be stored locally, as the device supports MicroSD Cards of up to 128GB capacity for its local storage.
Nevertheless, the company also offers 30 days of free cloud storage with each purchase for saving 20-second videos of bird footage through Birdfy’s subscription-based EVR (Event Video Recording) service (starting from $1.99 per month), which allows bird lovers to save their most precious memories online instead of storing that video footage locally.
SET UP / INSTALLATION
When it comes to setting up the Birdfy Feeder, know that this smart bird feeder can be easily installed in three (x3) different ways.
You can install it on a wall by using its wall-mounting kit, on a support pole, or on a tree trunk by using its included support strap.
CONNECTIVITY
For establishing a wireless connection with its mobile app, the unit comes equipped with a built-in 5dBi antenna that provides a stable 2.4ghz Wi-Fi connection.
BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE
For its power, this smart bird feeder comes equipped with a high-capacity 5000 mAh Lithium-Ion battery that offers users up to 6 months of continuous usage.
Whenever its battery is running low on power, users simply have to unmount the bird feeder’s core unit, and then connect the included USB-C charging cable to its dedicated USB-C charging port.
THE SMARTPHONE COMPANION APP – The Birdfy App
For controlling the Birdfy Feeder’s operation, users only have to install the Birdfy App on their smartphone, which is available to download for free for iOS and Android devices.
Via the Birdfy App, users are able to receive motion-detection smartphone notifications, watch live video footage of visiting birds in 1080p FHD, save those videos and organize them in collections, and also re-watch their saved video recordings of birds (either through a MicroSD card or via the company’s cloud service).
Furthermore, through the app, users can also share their video footage of bird encounters with the rest of the Birdfy community, post it on social media, and even share their camera feed with up to 20 guests, allowing their family and friends to partake in their birdwatching experience.
FINAL THOUGHTS
All in all, this smart AI-powered bird feeder provides you with an easier and more connected way to partake in the wonderful activity that is birdwatching. It’s easy to install and straightforward to interact with, making it a wonderful gift for any bird lover or nature enthusiast.
The Birdfy Feeder is currently available in two (x2) different color models: Light Blue and Light Yellow (both with a White body).
If you’re interested in purchasing it, know that each unit is currently discounted from its standard price of $219.99, and is now going for just $129.99 (saves you $90). You can order it online either directly from Birdfy’s official shopping page, or you can instead get it from Amazon.
OTHER PRODUCTS FROM BIRDFY
Birdfy also has a couple of add-on products available for the Birdfy Feeder, of which you can find some notable mentions below:
Birdfy Hummee Extension
This curved perch add-on is particularly designed to attract hummingbirds with its captivating look, featuring a red lid with a linear arrangement of four bionic flowers in a bright yellow color that bring out the curiosity of hummingbirds, providing them with a comfortable place to land on and drink from.
It comes equipped with a leak-proof container capable of holding up to 18.3 oz. of nectar or water, while its flowers’ drinking-ports are specifically designed to prevent ants and bees from falling into its container and contaminating its liquid content.
The Birdfy Hummee Extension is priced at just $39.99. You can purchase it through Birdfy’s corresponding shopping page.
Birdfy Bird Seed Guard
This anti-scattering seed guard cover is designed to fit perfectly into your Birdfy Feeder and promote a clutter-free and well-kept feeding area.
It helps keep your bird food of choice safely inside the Birdfy Feeder’s feeding area, thus reducing the risk of spillage caused by wind or birds pecking too hard at it.
The cover itself is also resistant to rust and effectively protects bird food from water damage.
The Birdfy Bird Seed Guard is currently discounted from $39.99 down to just $19.99 (saves you $20). You can purchase it via Birdfy’s respective shopping page.
Birdfy Pro Perch Extension
This last add-on for the Birdfy Feeder serves as a versatile holder that allows you to customize various add-ons to cater to the feeding needs of different bird species, giving you a variety of options to nourish and attract different bird species with ease.
It features a fruit holder designed for Orioles, Cardinals, and Finches in which you can simply insert fruits like oranges to attract these species of birds.
Additionally, it also provides space for a jelly feeder, which is perfect for attracting Orioles.
It also incorporates a compact ring-type hummingbirds feeder that’s perfect for attracting and feeding hummingbirds with delicious nectar.
There’s also a spherical cage container for storing other types of food such as bread.
The Birdfy Pro Perch Extension is currently discounted from $39.99 down to $36.99 (saves you $3). You can purchase it from Birdfy’s corresponding shopping page.
