Top 70 Birding Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 birding influencers in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 5.2M combined followers. Median audience size is 13.1K (mean 74.5K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 4% (median 4%). That is 0.2pp above the 3.8% birding industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 2.5pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 27.2% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $278–$1,914 and a Reel $567–$3,108 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× birding premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $1,390–$9,570.
Key takeaways for birding in September 2026
- Sean Graesser, Drin, Alison Kondler currently sit at the top of this birding ranking.
- Follower mix: 42.9% nano, 30% micro, 25.7% mid. Dominant tier: nano.
- Geography: 14 countries on the list, led by Germany (4.3%) and Canada (2.9%).
- 51 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 51 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Mick Thompson at 6.7%, which is not the largest audience (Sean Graesser at 628K). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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Birding Influencers ranked
1.
Sean Graesser Macro
@gourmetbiologistResearcher of Birds. Wildlife and Conservation photographer. Tropical ecologist. Spreading Awareness for Conservation.
628K Followers 10.5K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 6,324 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Drin Mid
@birdladydrinHi, I'm Drin!🐦 Professional Bird Nerd 🐦👇 LINKS 👇
253K Followers 5.3K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 4,912 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Alison Kondler Mid
@birding_by_earAudubon Master Birder, avian advocate / educator, & wildlife filmer. Learn all about birds here. 💯 all original content. Fme.
215K Followers 4.3K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 6,352 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Jack Baddams Mid
@jabaddamsNaturalist & bird guy 🐦Birds handled under license from 🐦⬛Wildlife gardener 🌼Co-host of podcast 🎙
185K Followers 3.2K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 2,535 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Shelley Pearson Mid
@shelley_pearson_❤️ Mandurah Aust © 🌟YouTube Channel, link below 😘Sorry for the business requests, replies to emails only📷 For workshops/trips, contact me!
106K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 7,529 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Isaiah Scott Mid
@ikesbirdinghikesExplore, Observe, Learn.🌎Adventure Birder 🔭🦜Ornithology and natural history Bird Illustrator
103K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 4,726 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Tracy Johnson Micro
@hummingbirdsxoxoAll content by me (and the birds)
65.6K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 9,035 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Ricardo Guise Micro
@ricardoguise"To see a World in a grain of sand and a Heaven in a wild flower, hold Infinity in the palm of your hand and Eternity in an hour." (Blake) MY PHOTOS
45.7K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 4,495 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Mina Micro
@omina000愛知県 在住休日に近隣のフィールドで野鳥観察、撮影を楽しんでます。自然に生きる野鳥たちの愛らしい姿をおさめられたらと思ってます。🇯🇵JAPAN Aichi📷Nikon Z9他🔘NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR他
33.4K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 8,274 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Tom Micro
@teachertombirdsSchool teacher into birding, based in Warren, OR 🏳️🌈“Birds of the Pacific Northwest For Kids" out now!
29.8K Followers 743 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 7,223 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Theodore Emery Micro
@wind.and.wing🌅 Lost and found in a world full of birds 🌙
27.8K Followers 903 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 2,289 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Monique Micro
@moniquedao.photography🕊️ Tour Guide, Content Creator & Mentor💌 Collabs: 👇🏻 Birding Tours & Workshops
22.9K Followers 655 Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 3,642 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Martin Cormican Micro
@martinsbirdwatch"Spending time in the garden observing local birds and wildlife has become a daily passion, which I document through photography and videography."
17.1K Followers 714 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 392 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Stino Cervini Micro
@cervinistinoWildlife Photography | Central FLI enjoy going for a walk on the wild side capturing the beauty of nature, one shot at a time. Enjoy my gallery.
16.7K Followers 668 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,100 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Gerrit Vyn Micro
@gerritvynBirds, Wildlife, and Wild Places Conservation 📷🎥🎧
14.4K Followers 310 Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 3,540 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Jess & Nathan Jones Micro
@nathan_and_jess_jones🐦Bird & Wildlife photography 📷 Sony a7riv + Sony a9📸 Sony 400mm f2.8 + 200-600mmAll photos are our own©️
13.1K Followers 384 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 1,752 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Polina Micro
@feathered_treasureEnjoyed taking every image shared hereFeathered friends and all things natureMidwest, America
13K Followers 373 Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 7,569 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Keith Paluso Micro
@thisiskeithpalusoKeith Paluso is a birding influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
11.4K Followers 294 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 5,743 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Melissa Hafting Micro
@bcbirdergirlI run the BCRBA @ bcbirdalert.blogspot.com I'm a birder & ethical photog I founded BC’s Young Birders Club. 📖 Dare to Bird by is out June/24
11.4K Followers 365 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 2,519 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Dave Vanden Heuvel Micro
@davewayne105.7Love wildlife/nature/outdoors, sports, music, travel. Feel free to follow and thank you for the "likes". All photos taken by me.
10.5K Followers 398 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 9,415 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Kevin Korth Micro
@kwk_wildlife_photographyLiving the dream sharing photos of birds & wildlife with all who love nature. All photos are my own and are shot with Sony gear. Based in Florida.
10.2K Followers 376 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 8,446 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Jason Collins Nano
@casonjollins🐦: Lifelong Birder 🌱: Lifelong Vegetarian🌎: 43 Countries 🏃🏽♂️: Hobby Jogger📷: Nikon D500 + 500mm PF
9.9K Followers 334 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 507 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Emma Nano
@emmas.nature.photographyWildlife lover 🐿 | Sunrise chaser 🌅 | Snapping all things nature in the Fens & beyond 📷 | Travel ✈️
9.8K Followers 315 Avg. Likes 5.7% Engagement 7,646 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Koji Ueda Nano
@suzumetabiKoji Ueda is a birding public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
9.4K Followers 298 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 4,036 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Faraaz Abdool Nano
@faraazabdoolWildlife photography w/ a focus on birdsWriter | Tour agent | Birding GuidePhilosophy of BeingOneness with the Universe
6.8K Followers 220 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 7,248 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Janet Bush Nano
@janetbush_nature_travelLive in Topsham, Devon. Keen on nature and travel and “getting out there” in our wonderful world 🗺. Nikon girl.
5.6K Followers 112 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 5,742 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Holger Nano
@hsommer6919NRW- Hobby-Photographer Thank‘ s for visiting👍👍👍 All pictures are taken by me. I don't sell photos
5.1K Followers 219 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 7,152 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Nikunj Patel Nano
@nikunjpatel_photographyWildlife and Nature Photographer based in Maryland.
4.3K Followers 152 Avg. Likes 5.6% Engagement 9,455 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Claudio Contreras Koob Nano
@claudio_contreras_koobMexican Photographer passionate about nature and conservation. All creatures big and small.
4.2K Followers 163 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 4,165 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Jairo Cadavid Nano
@jairocad📸Ingeniero mecánico de día, guitarrista de corazón y fotógrafo de aves por pasión. 🦅🎸
3.7K Followers 98 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 7,211 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Alexis Nano
@alawer_photo𐂂 Ethical Wildlife Photography 𐂂— NE Ohio — - Z8 + 500mm PF / D850 + 70-200
3.5K Followers 189 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 438 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Daz Flicks Nano
@daz_flicksSurrey, uk 🇬🇧 Amateur photographer📷 Published - employed Gardener Sony a7iii - SIgma 150-600mm
3.4K Followers 160 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 6,676 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
David McQuade Nano
@mcquade750Tammy & I are avid Big Year Listers having seen 700+ birds in the ABA area in 7 consecutive years along with holding the Big Year AOU eBird record.
3.1K Followers 144 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 2,094 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Ryosuke Sugai Nano
@s.ryo.1997Tokyo,Japan.I'm wild bird photographer.Member Ship My Homepage
2.6K Followers 116 Avg. Likes 4.8% Engagement 8,211 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Giovanni Fiorentini Nano
@giovanni.jo.fiorentiniRoma🇮🇹Italia📍 fotografia naturalisticaNatura Wildlife photograpy outdoor birdwatching travel viaggi food
2.4K Followers 126 Avg. Likes 6.4% Engagement 7,833 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Bente Boge Nano
@b.b.p_naturephotography_Jeg er en glad amatørfotograf, som elsker at tage billeder i naturen, hvor fugle bl.a. har min store interesse😊Følg også:
2.4K Followers 82 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 6,582 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Hinapapa Nano
@hiro4_21Hinapapa is a birding creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
2.2K Followers 57 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 1,030 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Mick Thompson Nano
@mickthompson2Volunteer bird photographer for nonprofit and educational organizations. I split the year between Seattle and Tucson.
2.1K Followers 126 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 1,728 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Pete Roper Nano
@pete.roper1Press tool technician (Retired) at BMW Mini with a healthy interest in Angling, Photography and general outdoor stuff.Didcot, Oxfordshire.
2K Followers 53 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 2,376 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Kiera Carvalho Nano
@browngirl_birderLos Angeles birder 🇺🇸 India born 🇮🇳Mother of future birder All birds are beautiful. A few humans are too.
1.8K Followers 65 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 525 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Trovar al aire Nano
@trovaralaireSupervivencia con un 300mm, aprendiz rebelde y desastre de fotografía.Maestra y guía ambiental
1.8K Followers 50 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 918 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Jhonny Nano
@jhrvthphotoGiving wildlife and nature an artistic view.All photos posted here were taken by me.North Carolina.
1.7K Followers 101 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 5,777 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Astrid van Leeuwen-Bosker Nano
@amvleeuwen1963Enjoy my NL gallery! My passion is Nature and photography, sharing my pictures with naturelovers makes my day🦅 Create awareness for our beautiful 🌎
1.7K Followers 74 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 4,011 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Helen Llewelyn Nano
@helenlewWildlife photography mainly birds or whatever I see on my walks 🇬🇧 📷 Based in Wiltshire, UKAll photos © Helen Llewelyn
1.7K Followers 42 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 4,118 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Garden Bird Geek Nano
@gardenbirdgeekLove my garden, love my birds, all photos are my own 🐦 Nikon 📷 Leicestershire 🗺
1.6K Followers 71 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 1,114 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Yumi Nano
@yumi.y.vie1213JAPAN OSAKA鳥撮りにハマり中🤣4年目突入🐤📸:OM-1MarkII レンズ: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED300mmF4 PRO+MC-14（換算840ｍｍ）雲台:Manfrotto MVH500AH三脚:Manfrotto MT190CXPRO4
1.5K Followers 37 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 5,443 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Desy Asih Setyorini Nano
@desy_haide💞 Happy as always❤️ ILoveNature💖 My children; and
1.4K Followers 38 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 3,332 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Andrew Nano
@jiahe_birdphoto94Currently Based in KyotoBegan in 🇺🇸 7/2022 -> 🇹🇼🇲🇾🇸🇬🇯🇵🇭🇰 of Bird Species Posted (Wild/Total): 214/219
1.3K Followers 52 Avg. Likes 6.6% Engagement 5,681 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Philip D'Souza Nano
@philipdszBirding Bird photography Fujifilm x
1.3K Followers 59 Avg. Likes 5.5% Engagement 1,543 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Renata Nano
@renatacavallaroRenata is a birding influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
211 Followers 5 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 4,468 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Kris McBride Nano
@kennybirdmanThe adventures of Birdman. Kenny Birdman.
19 Followers 1 Avg. Likes 5.7% Engagement 5,510 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
52.
Reese Russell Mid Munich
@reese60Educator and birding creator known for community tips. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
334K Followers 7.4K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 3,125 Posts Germany
Contact: via Instagram profile
53.
Eliana Iyer Mid Bogota
@elianaiyerCreating how-to content and reviews as a birding content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
418K Followers 7.1K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 6,188 Posts Colombia
Contact: via Instagram profile
54.
Sky Wang Mid Paris
@skygoldenSky is a birding content creator based in Paris, sharing reviews and how-to content.
252K Followers 5.4K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 7,400 Posts France
Contact: via Instagram profile
55.
Brooke Hart Mid Montreal
@brooke_hartCreating how-to content and community tips as a birding educator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
371K Followers 7K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 4,266 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
56.
Daniela Russell Mid Lisbon
@goldendanielaContent creator and birding creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
207K Followers 3.7K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 3,506 Posts Portugal
Contact: via Instagram profile
57.
Naomi Singh ✓ Mid Montreal
@naomi_singhNaomi is a birding educator based in Montreal, sharing community tips and behind-the-scenes.
187K Followers 4.1K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 2,808 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
58.
Antonella Rossi Mid Karachi
@iamantonellaEducator and birding creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
219K Followers 4.1K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 1,676 Posts Pakistan
Contact: via Instagram profile
59.
Saoirse Hayes Mid Dhaka
@saoirsedailyCreating community tips and reviews as a birding content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
219K Followers 4.9K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 1,827 Posts Bangladesh
Contact: via Instagram profile
60.
Sophia Tanaka ✓ Mid Sydney
@sophiatanakaSophia is a birding specialist creator based in Sydney, sharing community tips and behind-the-scenes.
191K Followers 3.7K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,962 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile
61.
Tao Flores Mid Brussels
@tao34Birding hobbyist from Brussels. Posts about behind-the-scenes, tutorials, and connecting with an engaged community.
220K Followers 4.3K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 4,695 Posts Belgium
Contact: via Instagram profile
62.
Jamie Reed ✓ Mid Berlin
@jamie.reedJamie is a birding content creator based in Berlin, sharing community tips and behind-the-scenes.
107K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 5,333 Posts Germany
Contact: via Instagram profile
63.
Tara Lefebvre Mid Karachi
@tara.lefebvreBirding educator from Karachi. Posts about behind-the-scenes, how-to content, and connecting with an engaged community.
167K Followers 5.2K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 598 Posts Pakistan
Contact: via Instagram profile
64.
Phoenix Ellis ✓ Mid Hamburg
@starphoenixSpecialist creator and birding creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
134K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 1,466 Posts Germany
Contact: via Instagram profile
65.
Arnav Hernandez Micro Dhaka
@glowarnavCreating behind-the-scenes and tutorials as a birding hobbyist. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
80.3K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 1,362 Posts Bangladesh
Contact: via Instagram profile
66.
Naomi Murphy ✓ Micro Florence
@iamnaomiContent creator and birding creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
46.7K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 481 Posts Italy
Contact: via Instagram profile
67.
Lorenzo Diaz Micro Barcelona
@lorenzodiazCreating how-to content and tutorials as a birding hobbyist. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
56.5K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 1,958 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
68.
Noah Silva Micro Seoul
@noahfitNoah is a birding specialist creator based in Seoul, sharing how-to content and behind-the-scenes.
30.1K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 2,929 Posts South Korea
Contact: via Instagram profile
69.
Axel Zhang Micro Brooklyn, NY
@axel.zhangAxel is a birding enthusiast based in Brooklyn, NY, sharing how-to content and behind-the-scenes.
28.1K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 6,924 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
70.
Lucia Bauer Micro Rio de Janeiro
@luciabauerSpecialist creator and birding creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
19.1K Followers 802 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 2,539 Posts Brazil
Contact: via Instagram profile
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× birding adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $278 | $1,914 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $567 | $3,108 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $1,390 | $9,570 |
What this birding influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2013 (average age ~10.5 years; oldest 2011, newest 2024) with roughly 4,435 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (78.6%). A meaningful secondary slice is German (4.3%) — write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 15 female / 32 male (23 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 30 | 42.9% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 21 | 30% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 18 | 25.7% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 1 | 1.4% |
| Mega (1M+) | 0 | 0% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | 3 | 4.3% |
| Canada | 2 | 2.9% |
| Pakistan | 2 | 2.9% |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 2.9% |
| Colombia | 1 | 1.4% |
How to brief birding influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Birding Influencers vs related lists
Birding Influencers averages 1.2pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (13.1K vs 137K).
Birding Influencers averages 2.1pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (13.1K vs 623K).
Birding Influencers averages 0.3pp more engagement than Watch Influencers and has a smaller median audience (13.1K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birding Influencers (this page) | 70 | 13.1K | 4% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 70 ranked profiles (51 verified public figures, 19 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Birding Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top birding influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 birding influencers is led by Sean Graesser, Drin, Alison Kondler. Combined they represent 5.2M followers, with an average engagement of 4%. 51 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this birding list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 13.1K followers, 4% average ER, 27.2% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for birding Instagram accounts?
For birding we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 4%, which is 0.2pp above that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do birding influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $278–$1,914; a Reel is $567–$3,108. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these birding influencers based?
The ranking spans 14 countries. The largest shares are Germany (4.3%), Canada (2.9%), Pakistan (2.9%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these birding influencers?
51 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the birding list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with birding?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.