- (1/) Tree Sparrows are more typically seen in hedgerows rather than trees across the UK. This species declined by 98% 1967–2023. It now has a very patchy distribution, so it can be quite a challenging species to find in many areas. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social
- (2/) The BBS trend for this species, which covers the period between 1995 and 2023, shows a 39% increase across the UK.This species especially increased in Scotland, during that time, with a significant 400% increase!Jan 30, 2026 08:05
- (3/) The situation across the UK is fairly nuanced, with a 10 year trend that shows a 37% decline between 2013 and 2023. You can find out more about this distinctive species, with its brown head and black cheek spots, on our BirdFacts page: www.bto.org/learn/about-...
