House Sparrow (Passer domesticus)

The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) is a small bird widely found around human settlements. Recognizable by its brown and gray plumage, it often has a stout body and short tail. Adaptable and social, they thrive in cities, towns, and farms, scavenging for food scraps and seeds. They often gather in noisy flocks and are known for nesting in buildings and man-made structures. Originally native to Eurasia, they have been introduced to many parts of the world. House Sparrows play a role in local ecosystems by controlling insects and serving as prey for predators.