BILLINGS, Montana (June 2026) – FeatherSnap, the leader in smart bird feeders, is proud to announce its Smart Hummingbird Feeder has been recognized as a winner of the 2026 Vanguard Awards by Pet Age, honoring the most innovative and forward-thinking products in the pet industry.
The annual Vanguard Awards celebrate companies and products that are “leading the way in new developments or ideas”, spotlighting breakthrough innovations that are shaping the future of pet care and enrichment. FeatherSnap joins an elite group of brands recognized this year for driving creativity and meaningful advancement across the industry.
“FeatherSnap brings a modern, interactive dimension to birding while celebrating the timeless enjoyment of connecting with nature,” said Cary Kessenich, FeatherSnap’s Director of Brand Marketing. “We’re honored to be recognized by Pet Age for pushing the boundaries of how we can enjoy wildlife in more interactive and accessible ways.”
The FeatherSnap Smart Hummingbird Feeder blends advanced technology with the joy of backyard birding. What sets this product apart is its use of ornithologist-trained AI bird identification, allowing users to instantly identify species and deepen their engagement with wildlife through the robust FeatherSnap app experience. Designed to bring consumers closer to nature, the feeder integrates a solar-powered, motion-activated camera, three nectar ports and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. It captures crisp HD photos and real-time video, making it easy to enjoy close-up hummingbird moments, right from the palm of your hand.
The Smart Hummingbird Feeder pairs with the FeatherSnap app, enhancing the birding experience with a range of premium features designed to inform, entertain and delight bird lovers everywhere. Users can access AI-powered bird identification, get expert insights, share pictures and videos and organize images in a personalized Bird Book, play bird-lover games, trivia and so much more! The FeatherSnap app offers an immersive birdwatching experience from anywhere in the world, plus users can engage with other birders and view their feeder photos and videos from across the country through “The Nestwork”, a social network designed exclusively for the FeatherSnap community.
This latest recognition builds on a strong track record of industry validation for FeatherSnap’s innovation. In 2025, the brand earned the prestigious STEM.org - Educational Research & Credentialing Est. 2001 Authenticated™ trustmark from STEM.org - Educational Research & Credentialing Est. 2001 Educational Research™ (SER), underscoring its value as an education tool that promotes STEM learning through nature and technology. That same year, FeatherSnap’s Smart Seed Feeder and Hummingbird Feeder were recognized across three major trade shows: both products received Retailers’ Choice Awards at the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas, were named among the most innovative and shelf-worthy products in the home and garden space, and the Hummingbird Feeder earned second place in the Bird category at Global Pet Expo’s New Product Showcase “Best in Show” Awards. These honors followed an additional second-place win at Global Pet Expo in 2024, marking back-to-back recognition for the brand’s innovation.
As interest in birdwatching and nature-based experiences continues to grow, FeatherSnap’s innovation meets consumers where they are—right at home—delivering education, entertainment and connection through a single, thoughtfully designed product.
The FeatherSnap Hummingbird Feeder is available now for $149.99 on FeatherSnap’s website, Amazon, and at select retailers nationwide. The FeatherSnap app is available in the Apple and Google Play app stores. For access to premium features, users can opt-in to a subscription plan for $6.99 per month or $59.99 annually.
For more information about FeatherSnap, go to FeatherSnap Smart Bird Feeder Camera | Wi-Fi, Solar, & Bird ID or to see the full list of Pet Age 2026 Vanguard Award honorees, visit ߪ Vanguard Awards Meet the Cutting Edge Innovations of the Pet Industry . If you are a member of the media and would like to request product information, images or an interview with a FeatherSnap representative or the company’s in-house ornithologist, please contact Kerry Sutherland at kerry@ksutherlandpr.com.
About FeatherSnap
FeatherSnap revolutionizes birdwatching, seamlessly connecting users to nature through Wi-Fi-enabled smart bird feeders. As leaders in the camera industry, we deliver unrivaled quality and user-friendly experiences. Simplicity is at the core of our design philosophy, making our feeders easy to use, maintain, and pair with no need for technical expertise. Engage effortlessly with our smart bird feeders through the FeatherSnap mobile app, featuring unique storage and identification features like Bird Book and expert-trained AI models. FeatherSnap offers a blend of technology and nature, creating moments of joy, excitement, and endless fascination in the world of birdwatching.