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House Sparrow (Passer domesticus)

The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) is a highly adaptable bird species found across the globe, thriving in both urban and rural environments. Originally native to Europe and Asia, it has been successfully introduced to North America and other regions, where it often resides near human settlements, avoiding dense forests and remote areas.

Identification and Whereabouts

The House Sparrow is easily identifiable due to its preference for residing near human habitations, unlike other sparrow species. Males are distinguished by their dark grey cap, black throat, and a distinctive black spot on the breast, along with a black eye line. Females, on the other hand, feature a brown cap, grey throat and breast, and an olive eye line.

The House Sparrow is a year-round resident of Montreal, frequently observed in the city's streets. However, it is less commonly seen in the parks.

"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.