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

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

A chunky, cinnamon-colored songbird known for its upright tail, prominent white eyebrow stripe, and surprisingly powerful voice.

What it sounds like

A loud, ringing 'tea-kettle, tea-kettle, tea-kettle' song and raspy scolding notes.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Rory Nefdt · United StatesCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

Pairs often remain together on their territory year-round and may bond for life.
A single captive male was once recorded singing nearly 3,000 times in a single day.
They are opportunistic nesters, frequently utilizing discarded items like shoes, tin cans, or hanging flower pots.
Unlike many wrens, they are sensitive to extreme cold, and northern populations can fluctuate significantly after harsh winters.
Both members of a pair use 'duetting' to defend their territory, though only the male typically sings the loud, melodic song.

Habitat

Dense vegetation, brush piles, mixed forests, and suburban gardens.

Range

Eastern and Southeastern United States, extending south into Northeast Mexico.

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