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

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

The Eastern Bluebird is a small, stocky thrush characterized by its vibrant cerulean plumage and warm rufous breast. It is a beloved symbol of conservation success in North America, frequently observed perched on low branches or fences.

What it sounds like

A soft, melodious warble typically described as 'tu-a-wee' or 'purity,' and a dry 'chat' alarm call.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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

Field notes

They are sight-hunters capable of spotting small insects in tall grass from distances exceeding 60 feet.
As secondary cavity nesters, they rely on abandoned woodpecker holes or human-made nest boxes for breeding.
To attract a mate, the male performs a 'wing-waving' display while perched at the entrance of a potential nesting site.
Populations rebounded significantly in the 20th century thanks to the establishment of 'bluebird trails'—networks of monitored birdhouses.
While primarily insectivorous, they shift their diet to berries and fruits during winter, often forming large foraging flocks.

Habitat

Open woodlands, orchards, farmlands, suburban parks, and golf courses.

Range

Eastern North America from southern Canada to the Gulf Coast, extending south through Mexico to Nicaragua.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Mountain BluebirdSialia currucoides Western BluebirdSialia mexicana

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