The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World

Written by Matt Kracht

Narrated by Patrick Lawlor

This must-listen sequel to the bestselling parody book The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America proves that all birds are fascinating, wonderful, idiotic jerks—no matter where in the world they reside.



"Full of NSFW names and descriptions for different species that'll have you LOL-ing even if you never actually go looking for said birds IRL."—Buzzfeed



Following in the tracks of the first uproarious and beloved bird book in the series, this hilarious sequel ventures beyond to identify the stupidest birds around the world. Featuring birds from North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, author Matt Kracht identifies the dumb birds that manage to live all over the freaking place with snarky yet accurate names. Offering a balance of fact and wit, this uproarious profanity-laden handbook will appeal to hardcore birders and casual bird lovers (and haters) alike.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: Mar 25, 2025
• ISBN: 9798331940201

Matt Kracht

Matt Kracht is a professional birding amateur, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. He is the author of the bestselling The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World, The Big Dumb Bird Journal, The Field Guide to Dumb Birds Sticker Book, and in an enthusiastic change of pace, OMFG BEES! Based in Tacoma, Washington, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds.

Reviews for The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World

[sheila1957 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a guide to birds throughout the world that seem to have upset the author.

I found this book hysterical. I laughed so hard at times that I was afraid I'd break my recliner. It is very tongue-in-cheek. I had fun reading this. I liked that after giving us reasons to dislike the bird, a drawing of the bird was given so I can identify any that end up in my back yard.. I also liked the information given on birding. I liked the list of documents and books given at the end so I can check out more on these birds.

[villemezbrown · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

A humorous, spiteful look at birds. The main gag is that every real bird in the book has been given a new name that uses scatological or swear words, so the Eurasian Bullfinch becomes the "Eurasian Buttfinch" and the Green Catbird is now the "Green Cat Turd." Despite these mild examples, the language is very adult.

The author also goes on diatribes about how much he hates each particular bird as well as birds in general.

It's pretty repetitive, but it stays fun if doled out over many days a little at a time.

I slightly prefer Tits, Boobies and Loons and Other Birds Named by People Who Clearly Hate Birds by Stu Royall as it mocks real bird names and makes the people who named them so poorly the butt of the joke.

[amanda4242_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Kind of dumb, but I was chuckling all the way through. I probably wouldn't read this one cover to cover again, but I'd love to have a copy so I could flip through it occasionally.

Received via NetGalley.

[montzaleew · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World
by Matt Kracht
Chronicle Books

I have to say that I read the first book and bought it. I couldn't wait for another one! This one didn't disappoint. I loved it! I kept me laughing at the silly descriptions of birds, the drawings, the added notes, and all the extra info! LOL! Having a whole world of birds to pick from really added to the fun!

Although it was hilarious, there was a bit of education in there too. I mostly just read it for the fun. I love birds and humor so this was perfect. This would be the perfect gift for animal or bird lovers. (Or for someone that just needs a pick-me-up.)

I really enjoyed the new exercises at the end of the book! That was a hoot! So funny. Will be buying this after it comes out too!
I want to thank the publisher and NetGalley for letting me read this terrific book!