The Sibley Guide to Birds

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David Allen Sibley, a leading contemporary painter of birds, presents a comprehensive guide featuring over 6,600 detailed illustrations and descriptions of 810 species along with 350 regional populations. The guide's innovative design enhances user experience, arranging illustrations for easy comparison while maintaining each species' unique character. It offers a wealth of new information, including captioned illustrations that reveal previously unpublished field marks, nearly every species depicted in flight, and detailed measurements such as length, wingspan, and weight. Subspecies and geographic variants are thoroughly covered, with complete voice descriptions and maps illustrating the full distribution of each species, including summer and winter ranges, migration routes, and rare occurrences. Both novice and experienced birders will benefit from features like introductory pages for each family, clear labels identifying field marks, and illustrations in similar poses for quick comparisons. This guide emphasizes how birds appear in the field, making it an indispensable resource for bird identification. The National Audubon Society presents this comprehensive, user-friendly volume, showcasing Sibley's artistry and expertise for birders everywhere.