AI
Goes Nature

Sunbird Images

Global Market Leader in Digital Nature Guides and AI-Powered Species Recognition

With over 100 innovative apps in the field of nature exploration, we provide cutting-edge AI for automatic species identification. As a leading developer of AI and software solutions for biodiversity, we create intelligent tools for conservation and science. We develop high-end database-driven applications and advanced solutions that integrate image and sound recognition, Artificial Intelligence [AI] and citizen-science functions for leading NGOs, national parks and enterprises worldwide.

Choose Your Sector

Select your field — we build customised nature apps for:

Science

Education

Business

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SCIENCE

Our scientific projects focus on biological research, species monitoring and biodiversity analysis. We collaborate with universities, national parks and NGOs to develop innovative tools for data collection and AI-supported species identification. Within this section, you will find current and past research initiatives led by Sunbird Images.

Symbolic insect header image for the Expert Identification Key Apps project by Sunbird Images, representing our digital species-identification tools.

Expert Identification keys

AI-supported species identification keys developed with leading biologists and international research partners.

Symbolic nature observation header image for the Citizen Science project by Sunbird Images.

Citizen Science

We develop citizen science apps that enable public participation in species monitoring and nature conservation. In collaboration with partners such as NABU, more than 200,000 participants contribute valuable biodiversity data each year, helping to reveal trends in species abundance and distribution across Germany.

Macro photo of a Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) captured against a black background.

AI and software solutions for biodiversity

Advanced neural networks for automatic species recognition, supporting field research and biodiversity monitoring.

Field team conducting a biodiversity survey in Malawi to document local species.

Biodiversity Surveys

We offer tailored digital solutions for biodiversity surveys, enabling long-term species monitoring that is both cost-efficient and accessible. Our AI-supported platform simplifies data collection across environments worldwide — from insects and birds to full ecosystem assessments.

Field device recording habitat data at a rainforest stream during wildlife monitoring in Australia.

WILDLIFE MONITORING

We empower wildlife monitoring worldwide by delivering tailored apps that help track species diversity, record population trends and support conservation efforts.

Biodiversity data collection during the red crab migration on Christmas Island.

Data Management solutions

We develop tailored data management solutions for biodiversity projects, enabling efficient data collection, validation and analysis. Our systems help conservation teams turn field data into actionable insights.

Weaver bird building a nest, symbolizing tailored nature app solutions.

Tailored to your needs

We develop tailored digital solutions that adapt to your project’s needs — from fieldwork tools to custom workflows, interfaces and integrations.

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Education

Our education projects promote knowledge transfer in biodiversity, ecology and nature conservation. We create interactive apps and digital learning tools for schools, universities and environmental organisations to inspire curiosity and support modern science education. Within this section, you will find past and ongoing educational initiatives developed by Sunbird Images

Students using digital tools to learn about biodiversity in a classroom setting.

Apps for schools

We develop digital learning tools that help schools teach biodiversity and ecology more effectively through interactive content and modern app-based education.

Modern university campus in Aachen at night, symbolizing digital learning and custom university apps by Sunbird Images

Apps for Universities

We develop custom learning apps for universities — built to digitize teaching, enrich campus life and inspire students through modern, interactive education.

Child discovering a beetle in nature, symbolizing family nature experiences and outdoor learning.

FAMILY EXPERIENCE

We create family-friendly nature apps that encourage children and parents to explore, learn and protect the natural world together.

Tour guide showing a giraffe to a group on safari

TOOLS FOR TOURGUIDES

We support professional tour guides with modern mobile tools that enhance wildlife tours, improve species identification and create memorable visitor experiences. With our digital expertise, your tours become more interactive, educational and engaging — in the field and beyond.

Hazel dormouse (Muscardinus avellanarius) symbolizing wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection.

Promote Conservation

Empowering conservationists and NGOs with professional nature identification tools to protect wildlife, strengthen education, and preserve biodiversity worldwide.

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business

Our business projects transform nature knowledge into premium digital products for brands, publishers and eco-tourism partners. We create custom apps and innovative digital solutions that enhance customer engagement, elevate brand experiences and support long-term value creation. Within this section, you will find selected commercial projects developed by Sunbird Images.

Wildlife macro header image symbolising AI-based nature recognition for the Brain up your device project by Sunbird Images

BRAIN UP YOUR DEVICE WITH AI BY SUNBIRD IMAGES

We turn devices into smart, connected products through seamless app integration and AI-powered features.

Caterpillar as symbol for digital field guide app ‘App Your Book’ by Sunbird Images.

APP YOUR BOOK

From book to app: we turn field guides into interactive digital experiences that make species identification faster, smarter and accessible to everyone

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TIME SAVING ORGANISERS

Woman using a digital shopping app to buy plants, symbolising the SmartShopping project by Sunbird Images.

SMART SHOPPING

Eco-lodge in the rainforest symbolising the Nature App Your Lodge project by Sunbird Images.

NATURE APP YOUR LODGE

Give your guests a deeper connection to nature — with custom lodge apps for digital exploration, wildlife discovery and unforgettable stays.

Rainforest ecosystem symbolising the ‘Become Greener’ sustainability initiative by Sunbird Images.

BECOME GREENER WITH AI and software solutions for biodiversity and conservation

Empowering organisations to make a real impact on biodiversity and conservation — with meaningful projects, digital tools and expert guidance.

our partners

Our team has developed AI-based software solutions for biodiversity and conservation projects worldwide, supporting NGOs, universities, and publishers.Trusted by leading organisations in conservation, education and science — working together to protect biodiversity and inspire people through digital innovation.

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