House Sparrow Types

The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) has several subspecies across different regions, each adapted to specific climates and habitats.

1. Passer domesticus domesticus : Native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa.


2. Passer Domesticus Indicus : Found in the Indian subcontinent.


3. Passer domesticus balearoibericus : Inhabits the Iberian Peninsula and Balearic Islands.


4. Passer Domesticus Tingitanus : Native to North Africa, especially Morocco and Algeria.


5. Passer Domesticus Parkini : Found in the northern regions of India and the Himalayas.


6. Passer Domesticus Bactrianus : Resides in Central Asia, including Iran and Afghanistan.

Apart from the House Sparrow (Passer domesticus), several closely related sparrow species exist, each adapted to different regions and habitats:

1. Spanish Sparrow (Passer hispaniolensis): – Found in southern Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia; known for its distinct chestnut-colored crown.


2. Sind Sparrow (Passer pyrrhonotus) : Found in Pakistan and northwest India; smaller than the House Sparrow with a more distinct black bib.


3. Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus) : Widespread across Europe and Asia; easily identified by its chestnut-colored head and black cheek spots.


4. Italian Sparrow (Passer italiae) : Native to Italy; considered a hybrid between the House Sparrow and the Spanish Sparrow.


5. Dead Sea Sparrow (Passer moabiticus) : Inhabits the Middle East near the Dead Sea; prefers reed beds and riverbanks.