World Sparrow Day
Celebrated every year to raise awareness about the declining sparrow population and the need for conservation. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Sparrow population is declining
Their numbers have dropped significantly in cities due to urbanisation and environmental changes. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Sparrows help in biodiversity
They control pests, aid in pollination, and help in seed dispersal, supporting ecosystems. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Modern buildings lack nesting spaces
Older homes had gaps for sparrows to nest, but modern constructions do not provide such spaces. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Pollution affects their food supply
Chemicals from unleaded petrol harm the insects sparrows eat, reducing their main food source. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Loss of green spaces and trees
Deforestation and shrinking urban greenery have removed shelter and food sources for sparrows. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
No exact sparrow count
There is no official population count of sparrows in Mumbai, but some areas still have them. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
Rescued sparrows show hope
RAWW saved 133 sparrows in Mumbai in three years, showing numbers may improve. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
NGOs are taking action
Organisations like the Nature Forever Society distribute special nest boxes to help sparrows find safe nesting spaces and return to cities. Photo credit: Sanjay Hadkar/TNN
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