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Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Labv4.1.1

Released August 24, 2026Major

iOS

What changed

  • New featureSeasonally relevant bird recordings are now highlighted to reflect breeding and migration patterns.
  • ContentSound ID expanded to include hundreds of new species across Central and South America, Australia, Asia, and Africa.
  • UXPhoto thumbnails added to Nearby places to improve browsing of birding hotspots.

Original release notes

Birds have different sounds throughout the year. Merlin now highlights seasonally relevant recordings, so you can learn how birds sound during breeding season, migration, and beyond.

Sound ID continues to improve and expand, and now includes hundreds of new species across Central and South America, Australia, Asia, and Africa.

Nearby places now include photo thumbnails, making it easier to browse and recognize birding hotspots near you.

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