Charles Sibley, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Charles Sibley

American ornithologist and molecular biologist

Date of Birth: 07-Aug-1917

Place of Birth: Fresno, California, United States

Date of Death: 12-Apr-1998

Profession: zoologist, ornithologist, university teacher, molecular biologist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Charles Gald Sibley (August 7, 1917 – April 12, 1998) was an American ornithologist and molecular biologist.
He had an immense influence on the scientific classification of birds, and the work that Sibley initiated has substantially altered our understanding of the evolutionary history of modern birds. Sibley's taxonomy has been a major influence on the sequences adopted by ornithological organizations, especially the American Ornithologists' Union. Charles Sibley is of no known family relation to renowned bird artist David Sibley.