Are Sparrows Play an Important Role in the Ecosystem?

23rd March, 2024 CHIRANJIT MITRA CHIRANJIT MITRA

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Seed Dispersers

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Natural Pest Control

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Pollinators

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Environmental Indicators

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Sparrows in Trouble

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What Can We Do?

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Minimize Pesticide Use

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Build Birdhouses

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Appreciate the Little Things

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