I'm seeing a ton of smart bird feeders again this year at CES - and I'm inexplicably drawn to them. Perhaps because the idea of birds nibbling on seeds and flying away represents a natural purity and freedom that doesn't exist within the halls of CES. Birdbuddy was one of the first smart bird feeder brands, with a wildly successful Kickstarter back in 2020. And this year, they've added birdsong to their species identification capabilities.
Their backyard also includes a few more sentimental varieties, including a hibiscus bush my dad planted in honor of my grandpa (his dad), who loved Hawaii and hummingbirds. Coincidentally, hummingbirds also love hibiscus flowers, and the blooms have attracted dozens of hummingbirds to his garden. Because my dad loves bird-watching so much, I bought him a Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder, and now, he can see his feathered friends even more up close and personal.