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Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

About this species

A characteristic species of the Paridae family, the Black-capped Chickadee occupies forest regions throughout North America. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.

The Black-capped Chickadee is part of the order Passeriformes and the Paridae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.

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