House Sparrow
The Sparrow, or House Sparrow is a small, brown-grey bird with a chunky body and short tail. It has a distinctive, chirping call and is often seen in gardens, parks, and urban areas across the UK.
- Sparrows can be seen in the UK all year round, and are most commonly spotted in gardens and urban areas during the spring and summer months when they breed.
- Sparrows are part of the bird family Passeridae, which also includes other small, seed-eating birds such as finches and buntings.