* Length: 5-6.5 inches
* Wingspan: 8-10 inches
* Weight: 0.5-1.0 ounce
* Lifespan: 10-12 years
House sparrows are small, plump birds with short tails and round heads. They have brown upper parts and gray underparts, with white wing bars. Male house sparrows have a black bib and a chestnut crown, while females have a pale brown bib and a gray crown. House sparrows are found in a variety of habitats, including cities, towns, and rural areas. They are social birds and often live in flocks. House sparrows are omnivores and eat a variety of foods, including seeds, insects, and fruits.
Other small white birds with orange beaks include:
- American Goldfinch (_Spinus tristis_)
- Lesser Goldfinch (_Spinus psaltria_)
- Lawrence's Goldfinch (_Spinus lawrencei_)
- Mexican Siskin (_Spinus magellanicus_)
- Pine Siskin (_Spinus pinus_)