Psilos Bird Photography

Tree Sparrow

(Passer montanus)
Smaller than a house sparrow and more active, this is a resident sparrow that is not so readily seen in urban areas. A shyer bird it is found more readily on open farmland with hedgerows and free-standing trees or small isolated woods. A gregarious bird it can be seen in large flocks during the winter months often on agricultural land where food is more plentiful. Its diet consists of mainly seeds and insects. Length 14cms.
 
 
 
One healthy resident population can be found at Martinmere. Here they breed in the nest boxes provided and can readily be seen visiting the bird feeders. Another place with a very healthy population is Carsington Water in Derbyshire. During a visit in late May 05 there were alot of juveniles around. The next three photos all show juveniles.