Eurasian Tree Sparrow

 In Taipei, the Eurasian tree sparrow is called one of the "three treasures of the city."  The other two are the Japanese white eye and the Chinese bulbul.  The Eurasian tree sparrow is one of at least three species of sparrows in Taiwan.  The other two are the house sparrow and the russet sparrow. 

For what it's worth, the English sparrow, which is common in the United States, is not a true sparrow.  It's a species of finch.  The shape of the bill is a dead giveaway.

    I saw these tree sparrows in the 228 Peace Park in Taipei.

 

 For more information on the Eurasian tree sparrow, click here.