A sociable and noisy small brown bird commonly found around homes, feeders, and hedges.
Male House Sparrows have grey crowns, chestnut-brown backs, and black bibs. Females are plainer brown with buff underparts. They are highly social and often gather in groups around feeders and rooftops.
Common Name: House Sparrow
Scientific Name: Passer domesticus
Distinctive Markings: Chunky small bird
Brown streaked back
Grey crown (male)
Often in noisy flocks
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