Reference

Sibley Birds 2nd Edition

Sibley Birds Second Edition identifies and compares North American birds through illustrations, descriptions and calls.

Our take

Consider as a field-reference supplement

Location/month filters and side-by-side species views support comparison.

Keep in mind: Identification and distribution can be uncertain/outdated; updated plates/calls are publisher promises, not a guarantee of current presence. Respect wildlife and local rules.

What you can do

  • Search/filter species
  • Compare artwork and eligible calls
  • Record sightings/tags and export selected lists

Good for

  • Birders cross-checking an observation

Consider alternatives for

  • Users expecting guaranteed automatic identification or every global species

Limitations & considerations

  • Captured minimum: iOS 13.6.
  • Identification and distribution can be uncertain/outdated; updated plates/calls are publisher promises, not a guarantee of current presence. Respect wildlife and local rules.

Privacy & permissions

Sightings/locations and shared CSV lists can reveal sensitive sites; limit public detail and cloud sharing.

Sources & review notes Updated Nov 11, 2026

Reviewed by iApp4Me Editorial Team. Recommendations use the linked documentation and attributed accounts; device observations are identified separately.

  1. US App Store developer description

    Complete description, download price and compatibility metadata captured 2026-11-02.

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