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 streaked brown back with black and rufous markings. Their underparts are grey. Females are duller, mostly streaky brown with a pale supercilium above the eye and plain buffy underparts. Both sexes have stout, conical bills.
Vocalization / CallA series of cheerful, monotonous chirps and cheeps, often delivered rapidly in a 'cheer-up, cheer-up' pattern. They also have various alarm and contact calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, suburban, agricultural, rural
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Eurasia and North Africa, the House Sparrow has been widely introduced by humans and is now one of the most widespread bird species globally, found on every continent except Antarctica.
Identifying Featuressmall size, stout conical bill, streaky brown plumage (females), grey crown and black bib (males), social behavior, often found near human structures
Description
The House Sparrow is a small, stocky songbird well-adapted to human environments. Males are easily identified by their grey crown, chestnut nape, and black bib, while females are plainer brown with a distinct pale supercilium. They are highly social birds, often seen foraging in groups.
