Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

The Black-capped Chickadee is a small, non-migratory songbird found in North America. Known for its distinctive black cap and bib, it has a gray back, white underside, and a short, stout bill. These social birds are often found in mixed flocks and are known for their acrobatic foraging behavior. They have a wide repertoire of vocalizations, including their namesake 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' call. Black-capped Chickadees are adaptable and can be found in a variety of wooded habitats, including deciduous and coniferous forests, parks, and suburban areas. They primarily feed on insects, seeds, and berries. This species is not currently considered at risk.

Habitat: Wooded habitats, including deciduous and coniferous forests, parks, and suburban areas

Black-capped Chickadee
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Tours where you can spot this bird

Birding by Ear Workshops
Birding by Ear Workshops
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 1h

Become a Better Birder. Expert birders identify most birds in any habitat using song identification. Some birds can only be safely identifie...

From 35.00 CAD
Saskatoon Winter Birdwatching Tour 2026
Saskatoon Winter Birdwatching Tour 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 14 days | 0h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 65.00 CAD
Cheerful Chickadee Feeding and Photography Tours 2026
Cheerful Chickadee Feeding and Photography Tours 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 60 days | 0h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 190.00 CAD
President Murray Park Bird Walk – 1 hour birding in Saskatoon’s best coniferous forest park
President Murray Park Bird Walk – 1 hour birding in Saskatoon’s best coniferous forest park
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 1h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 95.00 CAD
Pike Lake Birding Tour – 2 great options
Pike Lake Birding Tour – 2 great options
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 3 days | 0h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 240.00 CAD
Gardiner Dam – Anerley Lakes Birding Tour – 6 great hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Gardiner Dam – Anerley Lakes Birding Tour – 6 great hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 6h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 390.00 CAD
Weir Birding and Walking Tour in Saskatoon’s river valley 2026
Weir Birding and Walking Tour in Saskatoon’s river valley 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 14 days | 0h

Tours Niche: Birdwatching Tours and Bird Photography Tours Tours Region: Saskatchewan, Canada Tours Duration: Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-...

From 130.00 CAD