08 December, 2011

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SPARROWS :-


1. They can swim to escape from predators, although they are not considered to be water birds.

2. Sparrows are around 14-16 cm long. They are chirpy, with grey and brown color. They have the ability to fly at the speed of 38.5 km/hour and can even reach a speed of 50 km/hour.

3. The population of sparrows has been declining, as there is less food for them, because of fewer gardens. They are now on the threatened birds’ list in many parts of the world.

4. Sparrows have often been eaten as food. Sparrow pie was common in Britain in the First World War. They are illegally imported from China.

5. Sparrows have life span of about 4-5 years. Sparrows are generally not territorial, but they are quite aggressive when it comes to protecting their nest

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