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Well
yes. Two parts to that issue. 1 Currawong's predation on birds
(apart from the occasionally opportunistic) is during their own breeding season
(not now) and mainly to feed their young.
2 It is mostly predation on chicks at the nest and
young birds because they are easier to catch. Although of course adult birds
will be taken too if they get the chance.
Philip
I think sparrows are generally too smart for them.
Young, inexperienced sparrows (and small native birds) during the breeding
season are more their fare.
Peter
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