Tree Sparrow (Noun)
Meaning 1
Eurasian sparrow smaller than the house sparrow.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The tree sparrow's population in urban areas is significantly decreasing due to loss of habitat.
- Birdwatchers in Europe are keenly aware of the difference between a tree sparrow and a house sparrow.
- Despite being smaller than its relative, the tree sparrow can aggressively defend its nesting sites.
- Conservationists often overlook the plight of the tree sparrow as its cousin receives more attention.
- Rural environments have traditionally been a suitable breeding ground for the tree sparrow species.
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Meaning 2
Finch common in winter in the northern U.S..
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Tree sparrows flit between branches as the winter storm rages on outside my window.
- These tiny birds were foraging in flocks near a backyard bird feeder.
- Flocks of tree sparrows visiting a frozen lake shore will leave little signs of disturbance behind them when the sun begins to thaw their pathways.
- With icy storms predicted throughout this region's late winter and spring weather pattern many observers welcome small and vital company, namely finches including a more reclusive one: tree sparrow.
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