Species BirdsCarolina Chickadee

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

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Illustration of Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis)

The Carolina Chickadee is a small, plump bird with a black cap and bib, white cheeks, and a gray body. A memorable fact is its distinctive 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' call, which varies in intensity based on the level of threat.

Habitat
Prefers deciduous and mixed forests.
Diet
Feeds on insects, seeds, and berries.
How common
Common

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