What is a group of sparrows called?
A host
of sparrows
a hosta quarrela flutter
| Animal | Sparrows |
| Category | Birds |
| Collective noun | Host, Quarrel, Flutter |
| Baby name | Chick |
💡 “Host” reflects how sparrows gather in large, busy numbers.
FAQ
What is a group of sparrows called?
A group of sparrows is called a host. Other accepted terms include a quarrel, a flutter.
Are there other names for a group of sparrows?
Yes — besides a “host,” you may see “quarrel”, “flutter”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby sparrow called?
A baby sparrow is called a chick.
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Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”