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Kiwibit's AI-powered bird feeder is my new backyard buddy
If you're looking for a fun way to connect with nature while collecting bird species on an app like Pokémon, give this smart feeder a try.
TL;DR
- Easy setup with multiple mounting options and dual seed compartments.
- Solar panel for continuous power, eliminating battery concerns.
- Features 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, cloud storage, two-way audio, and a 130-degree wide-angle lens.
- Kiwibit app notifies users of bird visits, allows viewing recordings, and tracks species.
- Proprietary AI identifies over 10,000 bird species.
- Activity tab tracks visits, videos, and species observed.
- System occasionally miscounts visits, especially with sparrows.
- Squirrels are frequently identified as "nuisance animals."