House sparrow population plummets in Thiruvananthapuram, finds survey

Conservationists point to rapid urbanisation, loss of nesting spaces, scarcity of food and competition from pigeons as primary causes for population decline. Environmentalists propose incorporating bird-friendly features in upcoming infrastructure projects to revive bird population in Thiruvananthapuram

The Hindu

Published: 22 March 2026

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