Backyard Bird Tracker is a simple way to notice, record, and enjoy the birds that share your everyday spaces.
Most of us share our spaces with more wildlife than we realize. This is a simple tool for paying attention—recording the birds that visit your yard, your balcony, or your window.
Nothing complicated. No pressure. Just a growing record of everyday moments you might otherwise miss.
A simple, printable guide to help you recognize and record the birds that visit your space—without needing to be an expert.
The app helps you record the birds that visit your space over time—so you can notice patterns, seasons, and returning visitors.
Log what you see in just a few seconds.
See which birds return and when.
Understand how your backyard changes over time.
Short notes, seasonal observations, and simple guides for noticing birds in everyday spaces.
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If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a sparrow and wondering, “Is that a song sparrow or just a really confident house sparrow?”—then congratulations, you’re on the path to becoming a birder.
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You don't need a huge yard to make a difference for birds. You don't need acres of prairie, a pond, or a professionally designed native-plant garden. You don't even have to be particularly good at gardening.
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Having trouble watching your birds? How many of these birdwatching “sins” are you committing?
Your backyard is already full of life. The only thing missing is attention. The Starter Kit is a simple way to begin paying it.