Chickadee photos

A black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) is a very tiny bird. Close views like the one above give the avian a somewhat larger feel. The close crop is due to the extreme nearness of the bird. Also, to the right of the bird's rump is a strongly out-of-focus chestnut-backed chickadee.

A bird almost universally considered “cute” thanks to its oversized round head, tiny body, and curiosity about everything, including humans. The chickadee’s black cap and bib; white cheeks; gray back, wings, and tail; and whitish underside with buffy sides are distinctive. Its habit of investigating people and everything else in its home territory, and quickness to discover bird feeders, make it one of the first birds most people learn.

Birds will appreciate any food you can offer but it's important to know the right things to provide and what to avoid. Follow our simple feeding guide.

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Bird, Mammal, Nature and Wildlife Photography from the Americas, Antarctica, Asia, Europe, Galapagos and abroad By Christopher Taylor - Black-capped Chickadee Pictures