Will a camera on my feeder scare birds away?

No. Birds quickly habituate to cameras within a few days. Most bird feeder cameras are designed with muted colors and small profiles to minimize disturbance. You may notice a brief adjustment period when first installing, but birds will return to regular feeding patterns within a week.

How accurate is AI bird identification?

Leading smart feeders like Bird Buddy achieve roughly 90% accuracy for common species in good lighting conditions. Accuracy drops for juvenile birds, unusual color morphs, and poor lighting. The AI improves over time with software updates and community-contributed data.

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