Old World sparrows (Passeridae)
Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Passer montanus. Seeds and insects around farms and towns.
Old World sparrows (Passeridae)Eurasian Tree SparrowPasser montanus
- Scientific name
- Passer montanus
- Length
- 5.9 in
- Weight
- 0.8 oz
- Nest
- Cavity, nest box or building crevice
- Entrance hole
- 1 1/4 in
- Clutch
- 4–6 eggs
- Incubation
- 12–13 days
- Broods
- 2–3 per season
Identification
- Chestnut crown (not grey like House Sparrow)
- Black cheek spot on a white face
- Sexes look alike
Voice
A sharper, cleaner 'chip' than House Sparrow.
Diet and feeding
Seeds and insects around farms and towns.
What do Eurasian tree sparrows eat? · Best feeder for Eurasian tree sparrows
Eurasian Tree Sparrows by state and province
Frequently asked
What do Eurasian tree sparrows eat?
Seeds and insects around farms and towns. At feeders: millet, cracked corn, black-oil sunflower.
How big is a Eurasian Tree Sparrow?
5.9 in long and 0.8 oz.
Do Eurasian tree sparrows use birdhouses?
Yes — a 1 1/4 in entrance, 4 × 4 in floor, mounted 6–15 ft.
Sources
- Eurasian Tree Sparrow — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Eurasian Tree Sparrow life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Eurasian Tree Sparrow — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
- NestWatch nest box plans and species requirements — Cornell Lab
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.