Libya: The Sparrow in Libya between relative stability and indicators of decline within cities

Benghazi – Though house sparrows remain widespread in Libya, their declining presence in modern cities is concerning. This decline worries environmentalists. It occurs amid rapid urban changes across the country.

Ahmed Ajaj is the Director of the Wilderness Organization for Nature Conservation. He confirmed that house sparrows are still relatively common. However, their decline in urban areas clearly indicates growing ecological imbalances. Ajaj made these remarks to the Libyan News Agency….