Coal Tit

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Coal Tit (<em>Periparus ater</em>) is a species of Tits, Chickadees (<em>Paridae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Coal Tit (Periparus ater) is a species of Tits, Chickadees (Paridae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A tiny black-headed tit with a white nape patch; a conifer specialist, often in flocks with other tits; stores food for winter; one of the smallest tits.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Periparus; binomial: Periparus ater; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 10-11cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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