Jeff Mann 
Gear Reviews, Reviews, Science
Bird identification through bioacoustic monitoring is an exciting field with numerous technological advancements. In this comparison showdown, we’ll be taking a closer look at three popular bioacoustic bird identification stations: BirdNET-Pi, Haikubox, and Birdweather’s PUC.
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In this tutorial, I will explain how to create an iOS Scriptable widget that displays the bird visitors in your backyard. By combining data from a BirdNET-Pi station and BirdWeather.com, we can develop a fun widget that showcases the diversity of feathered friends that visit our gardens.
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Every year, bird enthusiasts and nature lovers from all around the world eagerly participate in an event known as Global Big Day. This event, organized by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and eBird, encourages individuals of all ages and skill levels to spend a day in the great outdoors, celebrating the incredible diversity of birdlife and seeing as many birds as possible.
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Going birdwatching in a new, unfamiliar area can be intimidating. Here are a few tips to make the most out of your birding experience when traveling or exploring new areas.
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The Haikubox is finally here! Learn how this new avian bioacoustic identification device can identify birds across the US and Canada based on their vocalizations alone.
Get your hands on the latest tool for birdwatchers and conservationists today.
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From a humble Tumblr blog to a full-fledged website, Because Birds has come a long way over the last 10 years. In this blog post, I’ll take you on a journey through our evolution and share some of the most popular content that’s kept readers coming back for more. Join us for a celebration of all things birding!
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Recently, AI-powered tools have popped up in a variety of different mediums. AI image generation was the first to surge in popularity (DALL-E), along with AI chatbots like Chat-GPT.
As someone who loves birds and technology, let’s see how well, if at all, AI can create realistic images of popular bird species.
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