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House Sparrow in Michigan

Yes — House Sparrows are very common in Michigan all year. Passer domesticus · Passeridae

AbundantAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
326,363Observations

About House Sparrow in Michigan

House Sparrow is a North American backyard bird.

In Michigan, this species is classified as abundant. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — House Sparrow in Michigan

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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Identification

FamilyPasseridae
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Best Time to See House Sparrow in Michigan

January
Peak
February
Peak
March
Peak
April
Peak
May
Active
June
Peak
July
Peak
August
Peak
September
Active
October
Peak
November
Peak
December
Peak

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House Sparrow in Michigan: Quick Facts

The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) is one of the most commonly seen bird in Michigan. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Detroit and throughout Michigan, knowing the seasonal patterns of House Sparrow can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Michigan using the related birds section.