House Sparrow
Passer domesticus
Least Concern
The House Sparrow is one of the most common and widespread birds in the world! Originally from the Middle East, they've followed humans everywhere and now live on every continent except Antarctica.
These social little birds love living near people and can often be seen hopping around cafes looking for crumbs. Males have a gray cap and black bib, while females are plain brown.
Size
About the size of your fist
Small (15-25 cm)
Wingspan: 24 cm
Weight: 30 g
Colors
brown
gray
black
white
Habitat
urban
Diet
seedsinsects
Fun Facts
- ✨One of the most widespread wild birds on Earth!
- ✨They've been living with humans for 10,000+ years.
- ✨They take dust baths to keep clean!
- ✨Sparrow populations are actually declining in many cities.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Great news! This bird is doing well. There are lots of them in the wild, and they have safe places to live and find food.
Population trend: decreasing 📉