Sparrows are part of our daily lives–or rather, they used to be. Their numbers are dwindling, especially in cities. Many people want to support these native birds. But what do sparrows eat throughout ...

In the mid-1800s there was a massive emigration of humans from the Old World to the New World – brought on by tough economic ...

Robins and sparrows are both garden favourites, but they won't return to your garden unless you leave out four key foods on ...

Since I first started putting up bluebird nesting boxes back in 2016, I have had to think about a much less-beloved bird, the house sparrow, that also loves nesting in these boxes. House sparrows are ...

Not all birds fly south for the winter, and those that decide to stay behind can often benefit from a human helping hand. From resident species that you can spot year-round to birds flocking to your ...

For animals exploring new territory, taking risks is key to survival. But eating unfamiliar foods can be dicey, since they might contain new pathogens and parasites. One avian immune system, however, ...

How to help house sparrows survive and thrive ...