eBird: Where birds are being seen: maps from millions of birdwatchers. River Runner: Follow a raindrop from anywhere to the sea.
| eBird | River Runner | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Environment & Wildlife Maps | Environment & Wildlife Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Continuously (community edits) | Static archive |
| Data source | Birdwatchers' checklists | Hydrological datasets |
| Made by | Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Sam Learner |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | Free to view, account for extras | No account needed |
| On phones | Phone app available | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with eBird
- Species range and sighting maps
- Birding hotspots
- Recent sightings near you
What you can do with River Runner
- Click anywhere to trace water to the sea
- 3D flyover of the route
- River names along the way
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.