House Sparrow
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NameHouse Sparrow
Common NameHouse Sparrow
Scientific NamePasser domesticus
FamilyPasseridae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsMales have a grey crown, chestnut nape, black bib, white cheeks, and streaky brown back. Females and juveniles are duller, with a plain brown crown, a distinct buffy supercilium (stripe above the eye), and a streaky brown back, lacking the prominent black bib.
Vocalization / CallA series of monotonous, chirping notes, often described as 'cheerup', 'chissick', or 'tschilp'. They also produce various alarm and contact calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, suburban, agricultural, rural
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Eurasia and North Africa, but widely introduced and established across most of the world, including the Americas, Australia, and parts of Africa, making it one of the most widespread bird species.
Identifying Featuresstocky build, short, conical bill, males with grey crown and black bib, females duller brown with buffy supercilium, chirping calls, strong association with human structures
Description
A small, stocky songbird highly adapted to human environments, often seen hopping on the ground or perching on buildings. Males are easily identified by their grey crown and black bib, while females are plainer brown with a buffy supercilium.
