Based on 6,383 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Iowa, House Sparrow is most often recorded in July; in Iowa it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #1 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow in Iowa 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 Iowa in July
House Finch
Red-winged Blackbird
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Dickcissel
Gray Catbird
Canada Goose
Eastern Kingbird
Places to look in Iowa
Botanical GardenDubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Botanical GardenBickelhaupt Arboretum
Botanical GardenIowa Arboretum
State ParkPikes Peak State Park
State ParkCedar Rock State Park
State ParkWildcat Den State Park
FAQ
When does House Sparrow appear in Iowa?
Mainly July–July, with the most records in July.
How common is House Sparrow in Iowa?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Iowa (6,383 records in our sample).