House Sparrow Identification
Passer domesticus
House Sparrows frequently nest in commercial structures and create sanitation concerns.
Quick Identification
- Small brown-gray bird
- Males with black throat patch
Where We See It
- Canopies
- Dock doors
- Roof voids
Why It Matters
- Nesting contamination
- Droppings near product
- Audit concerns
Monitoring & Control
Exclusion and nesting deterrents are most effective.
Need Help Identifying This Pest?
FSS stored product entomologists can confirm identification through photo review or laboratory analysis, then recommend a facility-specific plan.