However, in other countries, the House Sparrow is still very common.
He had a tame house sparrow which flew around and brought back news to him.
It is among the most common species on the House Sparrow.
In most of the world the House Sparrow is not protected by law.
The House Sparrow has long been used as a food item.
The House Sparrow makes a nest in a bush or small tree.
Others, like the house sparrows, have their primary residence in New York.
The somewhat embarrassed owner wrote, "At least he only eats house sparrows."
Increased competition from European starlings and house sparrows is thought to be the primary cause of the population decline.
For, to the romantic, the bird of paradise is much more exciting than the humble house sparrow.