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Stu
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Which bird is this?

Hi,

Im new to bird watching i dont know many at all, but i want to learn. I took a picture of this one today, i think its a sparrow, but i wasn't sure. Am i right? Can i post other ones im not sure of here too?

Thanks

21-06-2007 08:48 PM

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RE: Which bird is this?

From the photo is does look like a slightly strained sparrow!

You can post as many birds as you want here and we will do our best to identify them, there are members who know a lot more about birds than me!

22-06-2007 09:11 AM

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RE: Which bird is this?

Yes, house sparrow. If you're an American, that would be an English house sparrow.

Welcome to Wildlife UK, Stu. As Xeract said, don't be afraid to ask questions. We'll do our best to answer them.

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23-06-2007 01:10 PM

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RE: Which bird is this?

Definitely a house sparrow. Have a look here: http://www.rkmas.co.uk/house_sparrow.html

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23-06-2007 02:12 PM

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RE: Which bird is this?

Thanks for the help everyone! I will post some more when I get them!

26-06-2007 07:32 AM

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RE: Which bird is this?

and it's a male, if you are interested to know. They have black underneath their bill, females don't.

26-06-2007 02:52 PM

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RE: Which bird is this?

roelina Wrote:

and it's a male, if you are interested to know. They have black underneath their bill, females don't.

Good point, none of us mentioned that fact, did we?

Thanks roelina!

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26-06-2007 05:08 PM

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