shallow water and splashing water over its back with its wings, and also ducking its head under water. . House sparrow is listed in Red Data Book of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The reasons for the decline of the house sparrows are many.
Studies show that it may be because of the destruction of its habitat, due to urbanization and super market culture taking over local markets, lack of insects that are vital for the young chicks and even electromagnetic pollution from mobile phone towers that harm its reproductive cycle. In addition, use of broad spectrum insecticides has destroyed insects and thus the availability of insects to feed on. It also leads to inaccessibility of pesticide free fruits. Recent surveys reveal sparrows near organic farms looking for food on the ground.
c. How do sparrows take a dust bath? a. Why is a sparrow called “angadikuruvi”?
b. What sort of crisis are sparrows facing today? Unit- - A THOUGHT - - - Importance of sparrows . Every organism in this planet has its own role to play in the web of interconnected life.
These enchanting tiny birds help in maintaining the ecological balance. A sparrow is an important member of various urban and natural food chains and food webs. It feeds on grains like rice, wheat etc. and also on larva of mosquitoes.
This mechanism is a natural pest control process which helps human beings. Sparrows assist in the process of pollen transfer thus leading to pollination of the flower. Sparrows are loved by young and old. These lovable and charming birds bring prosperity to us.
Our children have always enjoyed watching them and entertain themselves by singing songs related to sparrows. Sparrow Conservation . World Sparrow Day is celebrated to raise awareness and create a platform to highlight the need to conserve sparrows and the bio-diversity of this earth. • Creating awareness about these birds seems to be the key to their survival.
World Sparrow Day is a step in the right direction. e. Why is the sparrow important in food chains and food