Bird is a transportation technology company that provides electric scooters and bikes for rent in cities around the world. The company was founded in 2017 by Travis VanderZanden and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California. Bird's mission is to provide a sustainable and affordable transportation option that reduces traffic congestion and carbon emissions. The company has faced regulatory challenges in some cities, but has also received support from local governments and transportation advocates. Bird has raised over $700 million in funding from investors such as Sequoia Capital, Accel, and Index Ventures.