---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide"
developer_entity: "Birds In The Hand, LLC"
bundle_id: "com.birdsinthehand.birdseyeecuador"
app_store_id: "1194665890"
category: "Education"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Paid"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS"
app_last_updated: "2022-01-27"
report_date: "2026-05-19"
last_verified: "2026-05-19T13:20:28.038Z"
report_version: "1.0.6"
total_reviews: 10
overall_rating: 3.3
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 43
momentum_velocity: "zombie"
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["education", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "birders", "nature", "enthusiasts"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/com-birdsinthehand-birdseyeecuador"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Education · Paid
- **Signal**: Rating 3.3

> **TL;DR:** Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide is a education app by Birds In The Hand, LLC, rated 3.3/5 by 10 users, available on iOS.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide is a education app by Birds In The Hand, LLC.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 3.3/5 (10 reviews) |
| **Category** | Education |
| **Developer** | Birds In The Hand, LLC |
| **Pricing** | Paid |
| **Platforms** | iOS |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 0d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Birds In The Hand, LLC
- **Category:** Education
- **Target Audience:** Birders and nature enthusiasts visiting or studying the avian diversity of Ecuador.
- **Platforms:** iOS
- **Version Audited:** 1.0.6
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-19
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 1194665890
- **Bundle ID:** com.birdsinthehand.birdseyeecuador
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-19

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## Executive Snapshot
Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide is a mobile reference tool based on the authoritative print edition by Ridgely and Greenfield. It provides comprehensive data on over 1,600 bird species, including high-quality illustrations, range maps, and audio recordings. The app is designed to assist birders in identifying species through an interactive Smart Search feature.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Smart Search:** An interactive tool designed to simplify the identification of unknown bird species.
  * *User Intent:* Users want to quickly find relevant content or features.
- **[Standard] Species Database:** Contains detailed descriptions, high-quality color illustrations, and range maps for over 1,600 species.
  * *User Intent:* Users expect intelligent, adaptive experiences that learn from their behavior.
- **[Standard] Audio Library:** Includes recordings of bird songs and calls to assist with field identification.
- **[Standard] Regional Filtering:** Allows users to filter species by location to identify birds most likely to be found in specific regions.
  * *User Intent:* Users want to quickly find relevant content or features.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Paid
- **Price:** iOS: $34.99

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## App Momentum (Zombie) {#momentum}

Last updated 1573d ago. 4 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 4 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 1573 days since last update

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide is an established education app that is a paid app.
With a 3.3/5 rating from 10 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** While the app offers authoritative content, users report significant technical instability, including broken audio and navigation issues, that detract from the overall experience.
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**Best for:** Birders and nature enthusiasts visiting or studying the avian diversity of Ecuador.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 3.3/5 |
| Total Reviews | 10 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Paid |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Key Features | 4 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Birds of Ecuador - Field Guide** (this app) | 3.3/5 | N/A | Birds In The Hand, LLC |
| [Flashcards Deluxe](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/flashcards-deluxe) | 4.5/5 | Excited | OrangeOrApple.com |
| [Flash Cards Flashcards Maker](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/flash-cards-flashcards-maker) | 4.0/5 | Mixed | Infinite Wave Media, LLC |
| [Peak - Brain Training](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/peak-brain-training) | 4.7/5 | Mixed | Synaptic Labs |
| [Elevate - Brain Training Games](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/elevate-brain-training-games) | 4.7/5 | Frustrated | The Mind Company |
| [AlgoApp - Flashcards](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/algoapp-flashcards) | 4.6/5 | Frustrated | AlgoApp Inc |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Birds In The Hand, LLC
- **Website:** [https://www.birdseyebirding.com](https://www.birdseyebirding.com)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/ec/app/birds-of-ecuador-field-guide/id1194665890?uo=2)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://www.birdseyebirding.com)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*Flashcards Deluxe*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/flashcards-deluxe) (OrangeOrApple.com) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Flash Cards Flashcards Maker*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/flash-cards-flashcards-maker) (Infinite Wave Media, LLC) — 4.0/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Peak - Brain Training*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/peak-brain-training) (Synaptic Labs) — 4.7/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Elevate - Brain Training Games*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/elevate-brain-training-games) (The Mind Company) — 4.7/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*AlgoApp - Flashcards*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/algoapp-flashcards) (AlgoApp Inc) — 4.6/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Flashcards maker - AI generate*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/flashcards-maker-ai-generate) (Teleprompter LLC) — 4.1/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Bible Memory*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/bible-memory) (Poimena) — 4.8/5 Rating | Excellent Sentiment
- [*Marshallese Translator*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/marshallese-translator) (World Language Translator) — 4.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Learn Bird Watching—Larkwire*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/learn-bird-watching-larkwire) (Larkwire) — 4.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Транспорт для детей в вопросах и ответах! Бесплатно*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/education/app--314) (DOG&FROG Educational preschool kids games for girls and boys, toddlers and babies) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment

## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 5
- **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh

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