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Ahead of Mother's Day, Birdfy invited its Birding Consultant, Holly Merker, to share insights into birding and wellbeing at its very first webinar held on April 14. As a celebration of moms and women across the world, the webinar was specifically tailored for a nature-loving audience interested in the wellness benefits of birding. The one-hour webinar was themed as "Wings of Wellness: Empowering Women's Wellbeing Through Birding." Birdfy Consultant Holly elaborated on the integral role birding plays in women's lives, and the stress-relieving, anxiety-reducing effects of connecting with nature. She also shared the practice of mindful birding and her personal birding experiences that inspire and resonate with the birding community. Apart from being a professional birding guide, Holly is also a nature-based wellness expert and lead author of the award-winning book Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul. Birding Boosts Physical and Mental Wellbeing  Citing a study by King’s College London, Holly shared its key finding at the webinar, “Seeing or hearing birds is associated with an improvement in mental wellbeing that can last up to eight hours.” Based on several scientific studies and her birding experiences over the past two decades, Birdfy Consultant Holly delved into how birding boosts mental and emotional wellness for women. She said that smart birdwatching is an empowering and healing journey that alleviates negative feelings, such as stress, anxiety, and loneliness. She also shared studies that reveal exposure to nature can effectively lower cortisol, our stress hormone that "governs metabolism, sleep health, and immune system." Cortisol levels rise when one feels stressed or anxious, making people more susceptible to illnesses. Other health benefits of birding include improved attention and perception, as well as enhanced productivity and creativity. Practicing Mindful Birding by Being in the Moment Having battled and recovered from cancer, Holly shared her personal experiences, inspiring women across the world to appreciate the healing power of birdwatching. Attendees got useful takeaways like mindful birding practice, a way to redirect birders’ thoughts and focus on "being in the moment," and to connect with nature and feathered friends in a meaningful way. With mindfulness practice, nature lovers can get empowered through each birding moment. By focusing on “being right here and right now,” birders learn to truly appreciate the beauty of nature: Each shiny feather in closer detail and each melodic tune of birdsong. Closer Connections With Nature, Families and Birding Community At the webinar, Holly also talked about how being a birder helps forge closer connections with avian visitors and connect families together. With smart birding devices, nature lovers can not only birdwatch anywhere, anytime, but also share stunning moments of nature among family members with a tap on the screen. Through bringing the world of wild birds closer, smart birdwatching reshapes our connection with nature and our loved ones in an unprecedented way. The webinar also witnessed a closer connection among nature lovers of the birding community. Along with audience members, Holly explored the fun challenge of identifying different individual birds by paying attention to subtle differences with the help of smart bird feeders. She also shared that observing nature through a screen brings about positive and anxiety-reducing effects on people, citing scientific studies on cancer patients. A Strengthened, Deepened Partnership Birdfy announced a partnership with Holly Merker last year to raise awareness of bird conservation and improve birders' overall wellbeing. As an advocate of ornitherapy, Holly co-hosts and co-produces the Mindful Birding Podcast. She also serves on the boards of multiple conservation organizations and takes a leading role in local birding programs for youth. Embracing More Possibilities: A Mom, Birdwatcher and Nature Lover Birdfy is dedicated to elevating birdwatching experiences for all birders, including nature-loving moms who aspire to be more than just moms. With advanced technology and AI-powered gadgets like Birdfy’s offerings, they can embrace more possibilities by playing diverse roles in society. Through reshaping the boundaries of what roles modern women should take, every mom can have the chance to become whoever she envisions herself to be. With Mother's Day approaching, Birdfy wants more nature-loving moms and women to realize they can take on new roles and fully live out their lives. In this way, they can truly bond with their loved ones and families, while fostering a meaningful connection with nature.

Every nature-loving mom deserves a gadget that connects her closer with nature. Such a gift not only helps her embrace the possibility of playing a different yet significant role, such as a bird-watcher, but also leads her to appreciate the relaxing, stress-relieving power of observing the natural world. The Birdfy smart birdwatching products undoubtedly emerge as the perfect choice to this end. With Birdfy, your mom can embark on a fun and joyful birding journey. Each encounter with surprise avian visitors and each tap on her smartphone will make her day. With Birdfy, every nature-loving mom can seize the chance to be a birding enthusiast who enlightens the birding community, or simply a casual birder who bonds with nature and bonds with her thoughtful child, who gifts her the smart gadget in the first place. Mother's Day is less than a month away. Grab one of Birdfy's smart birding products, and surprise your loving mom with these eco-friendly, AI-powered birding devices that identify over 6,000 bird species. On this special occasion, it is the best gift that says the simple yet priceless heartfelt message, "I love you, Mom!" Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro As a flagship product, the Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro is the perfect choice for moms who prioritize the functionalities of a birding gadget. It is also the best fit for moms who are never tired of pushing the boundaries of birdwatching with cutting-edge technology. Since its debut, the Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro has been a well-sought-after choice among avid birders. With a dual-lens camera, it brings the world of wild birds to you in either a 1080P wide-angle view or a 2K portrait view. Its portrait lens can deftly auto-track and zoom in on each individual feathered friend. The 2K lens can also capture stunning avian visits in slow motion. This model even comes with free access to AI features, ensuring there is no need for an extra subscription. Birdfy Bath Pro There is always a must-have gift for moms who revel in exploring ingenious innovations, especially those who are keen on creating a backyard with a touch of high tech. The best choice on such a gift list is the Birdfy Bath Pro, an AI-powered and solar-powered smart “puddle.” As an all-mighty, bird-friendly innovation, the Birdfy Bath Pro delivers the ultimate birdwatching experience. Like the Feeder 2 Pro, the Bath Pro has a built-in dual-lens camera that enables real-time views and recordings of memorable avian visits. All splashy moments can be captured by a standard wide-angle lens and an auto-tracking 2K portrait lens. Tech-loving moms can even savor and replay every captivating moment of feathered friends in slow motion. The Birdfy Bath Pro won the CES 2026 Best of Innovation Award and was named a special mention on TIME's Best Inventions list of 2025. Birdfy Nest Duo For moms, nothing is more reminiscent and relatable than watching wild birds nursing their own hatchlings and fledglings. Now with smart birdhouses, every mom can experience the magic of nature on their doorstep and get empowered by witnessing the hatching of baby birds and the first flight of fledglings. Among Birdfy's offerings, the Birdfy Nest Duo stands out as the most versatile birdhouse with powerful capabilities for smart birdwatching. With an advanced dual-camera system, this AI-powered birdhouse offers a rare, dual perspective on life’s beginnings. All nature-loving moms can now watch tender moments of wild birds nesting inside the cozy birdhouse, and witness every happy arrival of visiting avian friends. The Birdfy Nest Duo pocketed the TWICE Picks Award at CES 2026. About Birdfy Birdfy — a leading innovator in smart birdwatching solutions — has gained momentum in creating impactful, cutting-edge smart products to redefine the birdwatching landscape since 2020. Tailored for bird lovers of all levels, it offers a wide range of product lines, including smart bird feeders, bird baths, birdhouses, and other accessories. A Birdfy smart birding device makes the perfect Mother's Day gift, because it delivers the ultimate birdwatching experience that reshapes every nature-loving mom's daily life.

Birdfy — a leading innovator in smart birdwatching solutions — announced the Birdfy Feeder Metal 2 (4K), a prominent addition to its smart birdwatching lineup. The brand new smart feeder can deliver a crisp 4K view of feathered friends, taking backyard birdwatching to a whole new level. This debut marks a major milestone for Birdfy, expanding the innovator's AI-powered offerings for smart birdwatching. It is the first 4K smart feeder that the team released in the market. With a bird-first design, the new product offers a smart birdwatching experience true to all nature lovers. Crystal-Clear 4K Details Connect Birders to Nature The Metal 2 smart feeder can document and present every birder's backyard — the bustling haven for feathered friends — in crisp 4K videos. High-resolution imagery showcases avian visits in a crystal-clear fashion, presenting each wingbeat and every shiny feather in pristine, true-to-life detail. Specifically designed for close-range capturing, the new model delivers a wide-angle view of stunning wild birds without distortion. It offers bird lovers an unmatched front-row seat to the nature show right on their doorstep. Powered by Birdfy OrniSense, An Innovative Smart Birdwatching AI The Birdfy Feeder Metal 2 (4K) is powered by Birdfy OrniSense, the world's first birdwatching AI built on large language models. As an upgraded AI, OrniSense acts like a digital ornithologist. It truly understands the visual content, biological features of wild birds, and the context of avian visits. With it, the Metal 2 smart feeder distinguishes itself as an intelligent, conversational birding companion. This built-in AI recognizes over 6,000 bird species, bringing the world of wild birds to the fingertips of every nature lover. Tapping into the powerful features of AI reasoning, each identification goes beyond a simple species label to deliver a unique, contextual birdwatching experience. The team is continuously rolling out the full features of Birdfy OrniSense in staged phases, with more updates scheduled for release in the upcoming months. A Nature-Inspired, Durable Design for Bird Lovers Crafted with the well-being of birds in mind, the Metal 2 smart feeder presents the smart birdwatching experience that stays true to all birders. The chew-proof, all-metal construction ensures long-lasting durability for outdoor use. Its adjustable, beechwood perches offer comfortable grips for feathered friends. In the nature-inspired color of Moss Green, this new device blends seamlessly into any backyard or natural environment. Availability The Birdfy Feeder Metal 2 (4K) will be available for order soon on the Birdfy website. Get product updates and an early-bird discount at Birdfy.com. About Birdfy Birdfy — a leading innovator in smart birdwatching solutions — has gained momentum in creating impactful and cutting-edge smart products to redefine the birdwatching landscape since 2020. Tailored for bird lovers of all levels, it offers a wide variety of product lines, including smart bird feeders, bird baths, birdhouses, and other accessories. It is committed to making smart birdwatching experiences fun, joyful, and accessible to every birder.