Rock Sparrow

Petronia petronia

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Passeridae

Size:

14 to 16 centimeters

Weight:

20 to 25 grams

Taxonomy:

(Linnaeus, 1766)

Short Description:

The Rock Sparrow (Petronia petronia) is a small passerine bird species found in Pakistan. It has a stout build with grey-brown plumage, streaked with darker markings. It features a distinctive pale supercilium and a conical bill. These sparrows often inhabit rocky terrains, cliffs, and mountainous regions.

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The Rock Sparrow is primarily distributed across the northern and western regions, including the Himalayan foothills, Karakoram Range, and Balochistan. They favor rocky habitats and are commonly found nesting in crevices and rocky outcrops.

Rock Sparrows are social birds, often seen in small flocks foraging on the ground for seeds, insects, and grains. They are known for their adaptability to harsh environments, enduring cold temperatures and high altitudes. During breeding season.