Call & Sound:<br />A sharp "chip" or "cheep" sound, softer than the House Sparrow.<br /><br />Their call is short and repetitive, often heard in social flocks.<br /><br />During the breeding season, males may sing a simple, chirping song to attract females.<br /><br />🌍 Habitat:<br />Found in open woodlands, farmlands, parks, and gardens.<br /><br />Prefers rural areas more than urban spaces, unlike the House Sparrow.<br /><br />Commonly nests in tree holes, building crevices, or nest boxes.<br /><br />Seen across Europe and Asia, including Pakistan, India, China, and Southeast Asia.<br /><br />🧠 Other Interesting Facts:<br />Scientific name: Passer montanus<br /><br />Size: About 12.5–14 cm in length (similar to a House Sparrow but slimmer).<br /><br />Weight: Around 24–28 grams.<br /><br />Lifespan: Typically 3 to 5 years in the wild.<br /><br />Easily identified by the chestnut-brown head, black cheek spot, and white neck collar.<br /><br />Both males and females look almost identical (unlike many bird species).<br /><br />Very social birds, often seen in flocks, especially outside the breeding season.<br /><br />Feeds mainly on seeds, grains, small insects, and fruits.<br /><br />Plays a role in pest control by feeding on insects during the breeding season.<br /><br />Nests are made from grass, feathers, and soft materials, often reused year after year.
