Sparrows are national second-class protected animals. It is illegal to kill and sell them now, but many people don't realize it. Sparrows are listed in the List of Terrestrial Wild Animals Protected by the State, which is beneficial or has important economic value and scientific research value (referred to as the "Three-owned List"). This means that it is illegal to hunt, sell and eat sparrows. They will resolutely crack down on selling, hunting and buying sparrows, and will also release the captured sparrows. The specific punishment will depend on the circumstances and quantity.