Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

The Carolina Chickadee is a small, non-migratory songbird found in the southeastern United States. It has a distinctive black cap and bib, white cheeks, and a gray back. Known for its cheerful chick-a-dee-dee-dee call, this bird is often found in deciduous woodlands, parks, and suburban areas. It forages for insects, seeds, and berries, and is known for its acrobatic flight and agile movements. The Carolina Chickadee nests in tree cavities and is a common visitor to bird feeders, especially in winter. It is a social bird, often found in mixed-species flocks with other small songbirds.

Habitat: Deciduous woodlands, parks, suburban areas