The author expresses a fondness for the tiny, colorful tits that frequent their garden, drawn by a newly installed $269 Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, which was originally priced at $350. This smart feeder uses AI to identify birds and sends alerts to the user’s phone, such as “Looks like Great Tit!” or “Looks like Eurasian Blue Tit!”
Over several days, hundreds of these small birds were attracted to the feeder, munching on pre-husked sunflower seeds. They would hide in nearby trees before darting in to grab a single seed, which they then enjoyed safely in the canopy above. The owner was delighted by these visits, appreciating the crisp 4K HDR video recordings of the birds.
However, the experience was not without its drawbacks. The feeder also attracted pests, leading to a short-lived romance with the device. Despite the initial charm, the presence of unwanted visitors ultimately soured the experience, highlighting the challenges of balancing technology with nature in one’s own backyard.
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