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About this API
The xeno-canto API provides access to a large collection of bird audio recordings from around the world. It is designed for developers and researchers interested in bird sounds and species identification. The API allows querying and retrieving bird recordings without requiring authentication, making it easy to integrate into various applications.
Users can leverage this API to build tools for bird sound identification, educational apps, or wildlife monitoring platforms. The focus on bird audio makes it a valuable resource for ornithologists and nature enthusiasts alike.
Since the API is publicly accessible and does not require keys, it lowers the barrier for developers to experiment and incorporate bird sound data into their projects. The official website provides documentation on how to explore and use the API endpoints effectively.
What you can build
- 1Display bird species audio recordings
- 2Generate bird sound identification tools
- 3Integrate bird audio into wildlife apps
- 4Search bird sounds by species or location
Strengths & limitations
Strengths
- No authentication required
- Focus on bird audio recordings
- Publicly accessible data
Example request
curl https://xeno-canto.org/explore/api/<endpoint>Getting started
Access the API directly without authentication. Refer to the official website for endpoint details and usage instructions.
FAQ
Do I need an API key to use the xeno-canto API?+
No, the API does not require any authentication or API key.
What kind of data does the API provide?+
It provides bird audio recordings and related metadata.
Can I use the API from a browser?+
Yes, since it uses REST and has no authentication, it can be accessed from browsers.
Is HTTPS required to access the API?+
The official website uses HTTPS, so it is recommended to use HTTPS for API calls.
Technical details
- Auth type
- none
- Pricing
- free
- Protocols
- REST
- Response time
- 754 ms
- Last health check
- 5/12/2026, 7:38:41 AM
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