Save the sparrow

The sparrow is a small bird that found all over the world. It has stout body, covered with brown, black and white feathers. Its wings are rounded. It is an omnivorous bird that eats seeds, berries, fruits and insects. Its life span is 4-7 years. Sparrows are very social and they live in colonies called flocks. Sparrows usually fly at the speed of 24 miles per hour. They usually build their nest under the roofs, bridges and in the tree hollow.

The house sparrow is now a disappearing species. World Sparrow Day is celebrated to raise public awareness about the decline of the house sparrow. 

'World Sparrow Day' is observed on 20th March every year through out the whole world.The first World Sparrow Day was celebrated on March 20, 2010 across the globe to celebrate the beauty of the house sparrow. On this day Sparrow supporters visit schools, colleges, or make presentations in their own workplaces as well as housing complexes. 

                                Why did they go away ?

• Loss of tree cover 
• Lack of food
• Loss of Habitat
• Electromagnetic Radiation
• Modern Agriculture
• Pollution

Its our duty to save this lovable bird

Make arrangements in your own balcony or garden for the availability of food grains and water for sparrows

Try to minimize pollution as much as possible

Minimize the use of mobile phones and use anti radiation  cover to protect yourself and the environment

Use of high quality fuel in your vehicle and maintain your vehicle to minimize pollution

You can make a small and simple wooden home for the sparrow, so that your own small way,you will help bring back this little brown bird back into our lives.