House Sparrow

Widespread and abundant in cities, neighborhoods and farms. Avoids dense woods. Flocks cluster in dense bushes, bustling around and chattering to one another. Males have smart black bibs, bright rufous napes, and stunningly patterned wings with brilliant buffs and browns. Underparts are pale pearly-gray. Females are plain brown with cute face and lighter eyebrow. Native to Eurasia; introduced to much of the rest of the world.

They are often found nesting in nooks and crannies of buildings, trees, and bushes. Despite being introduced to Sri Lanka, house sparrows have adapted well to the island's environment and can be seen foraging for food in gardens, parks, and even along the roadside. Adult house sparrows mainly feed on weeds and grains.

Despite being introduced to Sri Lanka, house sparrows have adapted well to the island's environment and can be seen foraging for food in gardens, parks, and even along the roadside. Adult house sparrows mainly feed on weeds and grains. However, this behaviour can be adaptable to the environment in which it is lived.