How accurate is Birdsong's bird identifier?

It runs Google's Perch, a research-grade acoustic model covering nearly 15,000 species. When a call is ambiguous, we say so honestly and let you record a second clip to confirm, rather than guessing.

Is my recording stored?

No. Your audio is used to identify the bird in the moment and isn't saved to our servers. The birds you confirm are kept as cards in your own field journal; the recordings themselves are not.

Is the bird identifier free?

Yes — identify birds every day for free, no account required. Birdsong Pro ($3.99/mo or $39.99/yr) unlocks unlimited IDs, full field guides, your growing collection, and shareable Field Report cards.

Do I need an account or internet to identify a bird?

You'll need a connection to identify, since the AI runs in the cloud. No account is needed to try it — sign in with Google or email to save your field journal and sync it across devices.

Birdsong field guide

Black Francolin

Francolinus francolinus

A striking, ground-dwelling gamebird of the pheasant family, recognized by the male's velvet-black plumage and intricate white spotting.

What it sounds like

A loud, mechanical, and repetitive 'chee-chee-chee-kerr-ay' with a distinct metallic quality.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Alain Verneau · CyprusCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

The male features a prominent white cheek patch and a bright rufous collar that contrasts sharply with its black breast.
It is the official state bird of Haryana, India, where it is known locally as 'Kala Teetar'.
Primarily terrestrial, the species prefers to escape predators by running through dense undergrowth rather than flying.
Their diet is broadly omnivorous, consisting of seeds, grain, and various invertebrates such as termites and beetles.
During the breeding season, males seek out elevated mounds or stones to perform their loud, rhythmic territorial calls.

Habitat

Tall grasslands, scrubby vegetation near water sources, and agricultural margins with thick cover.

Range

Widespread from Cyprus and Turkey across the Middle East to the Indian subcontinent.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Chinese FrancolinFrancolinus pintadeanus Painted FrancolinFrancolinus pictus

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