You can build an internet connected bird feeder camera with Adafruit IO and CircuitPython.This project captures images of birds that you can view on an Adafruit IO feed or dashboard.
We designed and 3D printed a bird feeder to house the Adafruit MEMENTO, a large battery, and a PIR sensor. It’s got a tray for holding bird seeds and a perch so birds alike can visit and have a meal.
When the PIR sensor detects motion, the MEMENTO takes a photo and sends a JPEG to Adafruit IO.
On the Adafruit IO website, you can view the image within seconds of it being captured. Using Adafruit IO’s Actions feature, you can receive email notifications whenever a new photo is uploaded.
Bird Feeder Guide
https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-window-bird-feeder-with-camera/
MEMENTO
https://www.adafruit.com/product/5420
PIR Sensor
https://www.adafruit.com/product/189
2200mAh Battery
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1781
Every Thursday is #3dthursday here at Adafruit! The DIY 3D printing community has passion and dedication for making solid objects from digital models. Recently, we have noticed electronics projects integrated with 3D printed enclosures, brackets, and sculptures, so each Thursday we celebrate and highlight these bold pioneers!
Have you considered building a 3D project around an Feather or other microcontroller? How about printing a bracket to mount your Raspberry Pi to the back of your HD monitor? And don’t forget the countless LED projects that are possible when you are modeling your projects in 3D!
The Adafruit Learning System has dozens of great tools to get you well on your way to creating incredible works of engineering, interactive art, and design with your 3D printer! If you’ve made a cool project that combines 3D printing and electronics, be sure to let us know, and we’ll feature it here!
