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xeno-canto is a platform focused on sharing wildlife sounds from across the globe, primarily featuring bird vocalizations. The app provides access to a large, open collection of sound recordings contributed by a global community of enthusiasts, researchers, and birdwatchers. Users can listen to, explore, and download recordings to support both scientific research and personal interest. Key features include a comprehensive database with hundreds of thousands of citizen science-enabled recordings, advanced search options by species, location, or sound type, and community collaboration tools such as forums for identification help and discussion. xeno-canto supports sound sharing by allowing users to upload their own recordings, contributing to the collective knowledge base. The platform emphasizes open data principles and promotes the ethical use and sharing of wildlife audio recordings. The app is suitable for research scientists, birders, educators, and anyone interested in learning about bird sounds or studying wildlife acoustics. Its extensive archive offers detailed soundscape documentation from many habitats worldwide, making it an informative resource for bioacoustic studies as well as casual exploration of natural sounds.
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