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House Sparrow

Passer domesticus

Description:

The House Sparrow is a bird of the sparrow family Passeridae, found in most parts of the world. One of about 25 species in the genus Passer, the House Sparrow occurs naturally in most of Europe, the Mediterranean region, and much of Asia. Its intentional or accidental introductions to many regions, including parts of Australia, Africa, and the Americas, make it the most widely distributed wild bird. Wikipedia

Habitat:

Flitting in and out of an Ixora hedge: Siesta Key FL

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9 Comments

Stian Waaler
Stian Waaler 12 years ago

Amazing picture!

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

Thanks all...funny it was taken as I was walking the dog so I really didn't fuss too much with the shot. The light was just good...good light makes the difference.

SusanEllison
SusanEllison 12 years ago

that is superb shot...I could not get that good a shot at yours.

Maria dB
Maria dB 12 years ago

wonderful photo!

ChristyHolland
ChristyHolland 12 years ago

Beautiful photo!

MihaiER
MihaiER 12 years ago

What a common subject, and what a beautiful photo...

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

Thanks Ava & Gerardo!

Ava T-B
Ava T-B 12 years ago

What a beautiful close-up!

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 12 years ago

Grate photo!

ceherzog
Spotted by
ceherzog

Sarasota, Florida, USA

Spotted on Feb 22, 2012
Submitted on Feb 22, 2012

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