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I want a recommendation for a high definition camera that I can mount on my window, plug in, and use to stream my bird feeders on line. Because I'm that dull!
Chickensoup | 06.38.25 | Chickensoup

Posted on 06/28/2025 10:44:32 AM PDT by Chickensoup

I want a recommendation for a high definition camera that I can mount on my window, plug in, and use to stream my bird feeders on line. Because I'm that dull!

I have 10 feeders and would love to share them with friends in real time. So it has to go to the internet and I have to figure out how to get it there. I expect it is not a you tube thing.

All advice appreciated!


TOPICS: Computers/Internet; Pets/Animals
KEYWORDS: bird; camera

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I want a recommendation for a high definition camera that I can mount on my window, plug in, and use to stream my bird feeders on line. Because I'm that dull!

I have 10 feeders and would love to share them with friends in real time. So it has to go to the internet and I have to figure out how to get it there. I expect it is not a you tube thing.

All advice appreciated!

1 posted on 06/28/2025 10:44:32 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: Chickensoup

I think it’s a cool idea. Hummingbirds are always a crowd pleaser.


2 posted on 06/28/2025 10:46:34 AM PDT by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is opinion or satire. Or both.)
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To: BenLurkin

Try asking for advice from your 11 year old grand child. They know more than we do.... That’s a sad commentary, but it is true.


3 posted on 06/28/2025 10:48:37 AM PDT by rovenstinez
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To: rovenstinez

There is none. Sadly.


4 posted on 06/28/2025 10:52:20 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: BenLurkin

But how many times can you watch a Hummingbird back up...and be excited by it...


5 posted on 06/28/2025 10:52:55 AM PDT by Sacajaweau
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To: Chickensoup

10 feeders!


6 posted on 06/28/2025 10:53:33 AM PDT by 9YearLurker
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To: Chickensoup

A lone computer that is soley dedicated to the project, serving the video, is what you need, IMHO.


7 posted on 06/28/2025 10:54:21 AM PDT by linMcHlp
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To: Chickensoup

I don’t know if this will help:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0kshnG6FrD0&t=153s&pp=2AGZAZACAQ%3D%3D

There are “kits” you can get. If you are “hell bent” on making your own, you will need to learn how stream on the net. Most any low or mid range digital camera should be OK, as long as it can export video. Some do it with a WiFi connection. But you would still need to connect it to a computer or dedicated “streaming” system.

I would look for tutorials on how to “video conference” or live stream podcasts. It’s the same thing, just with different audiences.


8 posted on 06/28/2025 10:54:38 AM PDT by Vermont Lt
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To: Chickensoup

I’m a techno-tard otherwise I’d help ya. Sounds like you found a rewarding pursuit!


9 posted on 06/28/2025 10:54:45 AM PDT by HockeyPop
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To: Chickensoup

I love the idea, be sure and post a link for us when you get it done.

Perhaps others here could think about some of their view situations such as deer feeders on their property, or interesting farm views.


10 posted on 06/28/2025 10:55:23 AM PDT by ansel12 ((NATO warrior under Reagan, and RA under Nixon, bemoaning the pro-Russians from Vietnam to Ukraine.))
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To: Chickensoup

If you enjoy it, it isn’t boring. Try this one:

Vision Research Phantom VEO 710

I used it for analyzing my ground strokes when I was in a slump.


11 posted on 06/28/2025 10:56:06 AM PDT by FlipWilson
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To: 9YearLurker

I enjoy them so much. I have been feeding birds here for over 30 years. Although I am not a birder I do have quite the list.

The Red breasted Grosbeaks are back after a 10 year hiatus.


12 posted on 06/28/2025 10:57:29 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: Chickensoup

Great idea! I stood outside with my camera for hours on end - hot and exhausting. Cameras were a lot heavier 30 years ago. Brilliant to attach it to a window.

Backyard Birds - Mozart Piano Sonato in D - 1993
https://youtu.be/zPeUh_Z1dEQ

Baby Birds - Etude - Chopin - 1993
https://youtu.be/5pVqvCsrZaY

Winter Birds - Chopin’s Etude - 1993
https://youtu.be/XBkqOxMNP4E

Birds and Squirrels - 1993
https://youtu.be/QMSZo73V7D8

Dragonflies and Wildlife Refuge - Mozart - 1993
https://youtu.be/vtjtecjzXhY


13 posted on 06/28/2025 10:57:59 AM PDT by mairdie
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To: Vermont Lt

Thank you.

I thought one could stream directly from the camera to the wifi. Perhaps not!


14 posted on 06/28/2025 10:59:01 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: ansel12

I would be happy to.

I would love to see others


15 posted on 06/28/2025 10:59:56 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: Chickensoup

I have a couple of feeders too — and enjoy them as well.


16 posted on 06/28/2025 11:00:14 AM PDT by 9YearLurker
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To: FlipWilson

Thank you!


17 posted on 06/28/2025 11:00:40 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: mairdie

These are wonderful!


18 posted on 06/28/2025 11:01:18 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: mairdie

Oh my! You took those videos? They’re wonderful. Quite calming.


19 posted on 06/28/2025 11:03:04 AM PDT by HockeyPop
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To: Chickensoup

I have one of these.

https://www.amazon.com/Hiseeu-Floodlights-Waterproof-Compatible-WHD303/dp/B08JYMYPCM/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

It uses the eseecloud app so you can access it from your Android phone. Your friend can too. You can download it from Android’s Google Play Store.

https://eseecloud.app/

I have mine mounted on our deck aimed at one of our bluebird nest boxes.

It may not be exactly what you want, but you could probably make it work.


20 posted on 06/28/2025 11:06:28 AM PDT by E. Pluribus Unum (Democrats are the Party of anger, hate and violence.)
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