House sparrow
The house sparrow is a familiar, streaky brown bird of towns, parks and gardens. Males sport a grey cap and black bib, the size of which indicates their status.
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House Sparrow Project
Help us understand why house sparrows are declining.
House sparrow thank you
Thank you for pledging to help house sparrows.
Tree sparrow
A scarce and declining bird, the tree sparrow can be spotted on farmland and in woodlands; it is not an urban bird in the UK. It has a brown cap and black cheek-spots, unlike the similar house…
The humble house sparrow
Tom Hibbert, birdwatcher and content officer for The Wildlife Trusts, takes a closer look at one of the UK’s most familiar birds.
House sparrows
Help declining house sparrows by adding these key actions into your garden.
How to make a house sparrow nest box
Help house sparrow populations in Essex thrive by making a nest box.
House sparrow project off to flying start
Essex Wildlife Trust is finding out more about house sparrow populations in the county.
Surveying sparrows in the name of science
Volunteer Sue's House Sparrow Project 2024 trial experience.
Marine Week Species
Find out more about our six featured Marine Week species.
Adopt a Species
Give a gift to nature – and a loved one! Your generous support will help us protect and preserve our local wildlife.
Species of the month: Nightingale
Meet May's species of the month, the nightingale! Find out about the iconic songbird and how you can help monitor them in Essex.