Based on 3,454 research-grade iNaturalist observations in District of Columbia, House Sparrow is most often recorded in April; in District of Columbia it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow in District of Columbia by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in District of Columbia in April
American Robin
Mallard
European Starling
Northern Mockingbird
Northern Cardinal
Common Grackle
Mourning Dove
Canada Goose
Places to look in District of Columbia
Botanical GardenUnited States Botanic Garden
Botanical GardenUnited States National Arboretum
Botanical GardenBartholdi Park
FAQ
When does House Sparrow appear in District of Columbia?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is House Sparrow in District of Columbia?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in District of Columbia (3,454 records in our sample).