Coal Tit
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.
