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.
Wildlife help information
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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.
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…
House sparrow thank you
Thank you for pledging to help house sparrows.
Autumn in the wildlife garden
With autumn now upon us, we thought it would be useful to share some interesting and useful advice from our bird food partner, Vine House Farm, for anyone with a wildlife garden – or indeed anyone…
House sparrow project off to flying start
Essex Wildlife Trust is finding out more about house sparrow populations in the county.
How to make a house sparrow nest box
Help house sparrow populations in Essex thrive by making a nest box.
Easy wildlife garden tips
Make your garden wildlife friendly this spring.
Feeding garden birds safely
Is it okay to feed our feathered friends? In light of a new evidence review from the RSPB, Tom Hibbert explains the best way to keep birds visiting your garden safe.