xeno-canto

Bird recordings

AnimalsAuth: NoneHTTPS: YesCORS: unknownStatus: alive

Last verified: April 1, 2026

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Getting Started

This API requires no authentication — you can start making requests immediately with no sign-up or API key needed.

Find the endpoint — Check the API's documentation for available endpoints and what data they return.
Make a request — Use fetch() in JavaScript, curl in your terminal, or any HTTP client to call the API.
Use the data — The API will return data (usually JSON) that you can parse and use in your application.

No-auth APIs are the easiest to get started with — perfect for learning, prototyping, and building side projects.

CORS Support

CORS support for this API is unknown. If you get cross-origin errors in the browser, try calling the API from your server instead.

Quick Example

// Using cURL
curl https://xeno-canto.org/explore/api

// Using JavaScript fetch()
const response = await fetch(apiUrl);
const data = await response.json();

About xeno-canto

xeno-canto is a free, no-authentication API in the Animals category. You can start using it immediately without creating an account or obtaining an API key — just send an HTTP request and receive data back. This API supports HTTPS for secure connections and has unknown CORS support — test from your environment to confirm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What animal data does xeno-canto provide?

xeno-canto is an animal API that may provide species information, animal images, breed data, wildlife facts, or conservation status. Some animal APIs focus on specific types (dogs, cats, birds) while others cover the entire animal kingdom. Check the documentation for available data fields.

Can I get random animal images from xeno-canto?

Many animal APIs offer random image endpoints that return photos of animals — popular for testing, placeholders, or fun apps. xeno-canto may include image URLs in its responses. Check the API endpoints to see if image delivery is supported and what formats are available.

Does xeno-canto include breed or species classification data?

Some animal APIs provide detailed taxonomic or breed information including physical characteristics, temperament, lifespan, and habitat. Whether xeno-canto offers this depends on its scope. For more animal data sources, browse our Animals APIs.

Is xeno-canto free to use?

Yes, xeno-canto is listed as a free public API. It requires no sign-up or API key — you can start making requests immediately. Some APIs have rate limits on their free tier, so check the official documentation for current limits.

Is xeno-canto still working in 2026?

Yes! According to our most recent health check (xeno-canto's last ping: 2026-04-01 13:37:45), this API is responding normally. We periodically verify all listed APIs to ensure they are still online and functioning.