House Sparrow

Passer domesticus

The House Sparrow, also known as the English Sparrow, is a small bird with a stout build and short, conical bill. Males have a distinctive black bib and gray crown, while females are more subtly colored with buff and brown tones. These adaptable birds are commonly found in urban and suburban areas, often nesting in buildings and foraging for food scraps. They are opportunistic feeders, consuming a varied diet that includes seeds, grains, and insects. House Sparrows are known for their lively chirping and social behavior, often forming large flocks. Despite their widespread distribution, populations have declined in some regions due to factors such as habitat loss and competition with other bird species.

Habitat: Urban and suburban areas