Sibley Birds 2nd Edition

Sibley Birds 2nd Edition

Birds of North America

2.4K ratings
92 reviews
#9 in paid Reference
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$19.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 15, 2018
  • March 26, 2025

Features

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Discover and identify over 930 bird species in North America with detailed artwork, descriptions, and distribution maps. Features smart search filters, bird calls, and personal list management for birdwatchers of all levels.

Detailed artwork and descriptions
Distribution maps
Over 2700 bird calls/songs
Smart Search filters
Personal bird lists (My List)
Compare species side-by-side
Location-based status icons
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What users say

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What's New in Sibley Birds 2nd Edition

1.5

March 26, 2025

Updated app data in line with the latest bird data available. Fixed some bugs.

Charts

Top Paid

📈 9+3

Reference

This app rose +3 positions in Reference chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Needs updating

I love this app and use it constantly. I just wish they would update the range maps. Many are out of date and often the southern portion of the map is not visible, so you can’t see the winter range. If it was a free app I wouldn’t complain.

Great app, but it needs more frequent taxonomic updates

This is the best bird guide for North America out there, but it doesn't get updated frequently enough. It's been a year since the Warbling Vireo was split into two species and the app hasn't changed yet.

There are also a few exotic species that have recently become established that the book does not include, most notably Burrowing Parakeet. A lot of the parrot information in general is outdated as well.

And finally, Long-billed and Short-billed Dowitchers could use finer details and maybe some closeups of how the scapular feather patterns differ.
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Great tool

Great resource, easy to use, and an amazing customer support team! Definitely worth a purchase if you’re an avid birder on the go.

Sibley Birds app is great

I love the app as the pictures are fantastic and it is easy to navigate quickly.

Great

A great app. All the sound records even offline makes it very valuable.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Incorrect bird songs and calls

Bug

Range maps showing incorrect species distributions

Bug

Inconsistent color representation across species

Bug

Crashes and freezes when using certain features

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Add note-taking functionality

Feature

Improve search and filtering options

Feature

Integrate with eBird

Feature

Add Mexico to range maps

Feature

Improve performance and responsiveness

Feature

Provide French language translation

Feature

FAQ

What does the Sibley Birds 2nd Edition app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive digital field guide for over 930 North American bird species. It includes detailed artwork, thorough descriptions, distribution maps, and bird calls to aid in identification and learning.

What are the key features for identifying birds?

The app offers a user-friendly menu, grid view with thumbnails, and a powerful Smart Search with refined criteria like status, month, habits, type, size, shape, color, and pattern. You can also search by banding code and apply location filters.

How much does the Sibley Birds 2nd Edition app cost?

The application is a paid app, meaning there is an upfront cost to download and use it. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

What platforms is Sibley Birds 2nd Edition available on?

The description specifically mentions features for iPhone, indicating compatibility with iOS devices. Further details on other platform availability would typically be found on the app store listing.

Can I keep track of the birds I've seen?

Yes, the app allows you to maintain a personal list of species you've observed, called 'My List'. This list can be sorted taxonomically and backed up to iCloud or other cloud services. You can also create custom, sharable lists using the 'My Tags' feature.