Mojo garden birds house sparrow 381128

The house sparrow is strongly associated with human habitation and is found in most parts of the world. The males have bright black, white and brown markings, while the females and young birds are lighter brown and gray. House sparrows feed mainly on seeds, but they are highly adaptive and opportunistic, eating whatever is available. The widespread presence of the house sparrow is mainly due to its early adaptation to living with humans and its tolerance of a wide range of conditions.

• The house sparrow is native to the Middle East and has spread along with agriculture to most parts of Europe, Asia and North Africa. Since the mid-19th century it has reached most parts of the world. • They are so successful at adapting to different environments that they are the most widespread wild bird in the world. Features • Length: 14-16 cm • Wingspan: 21-25 cm • Habitat: They thrive in human-influenced habitats. Urban and suburban areas and on farms in agricultural areas. • Diet: Insects and a wide variety of seeds - sunflower seeds, millet, wheat, oats and barley. They even eat berries, nuts and human food scraps.