This is what connection looks like
What it’s all about
This video was produced by BBC StoryWorks as part of The Human Component series. Birdbuddy is a shining example of how technology doesn’t have to distract us from nature, but can gently bring us back to it. It’s a beautiful glimpse into how innovation can rekindle wonder, quietly change lives, and the unexpected ways it brings us closer to what matters.
See what your feeder is
telling the world
Over 20 million bird visits each month—and every one tells a story. What feels like a simple sighting becomes part of something much bigger:
a growing data set that helps track migration, support research,
and protect the species we love.
Everyday wonder, with lasting impact.
Moments
Bird Buddy changed how the Rivera family sees the world.
“It’s become kind of a family ritual right now.”
The Rivera Family
“It is a bird feeder with a camera, but there’s much more to it.”
Jasper Rivera
“My vision for Bird Buddy is to help people truly connect with the nature surrounding their homes.”
Franci Zidar
Bird Buddy CEO
Birdbuddy is creating a global conversation about nature
By combining modern technology with the simple joy of birdwatching, we help people slow down, notice the species around them, and connect with nature in a deeper way. We’re sparking a global movement, and empowering our growing community with ways to care for wildlife in their own backyards.
Birdbuddy mission
Our mission is to heal people’s relationship with nature and help them create a lasting and measurable impact on our planet’s biodiversity from the comfort of their home.
