House Sparrow

The House Sparrow is a small, stocky bird with a stout bill and a distinctive pattern of brown, black, and gray plumage. Males have a gray crown, black bib, and chestnut nape, while females and juveniles are more uniformly brown and less boldly marked. Originally native to Eurasia and North Africa, the House Sparrow has been introduced to many parts of the world, including Patagonia, where it thrives in towns, cities, and rural settlements. Highly social, these sparrows are often seen in noisy flocks, especially around sources of food. Their adaptability to human-altered landscapes has made them one of the most familiar and successful bird species globally.