Coal tit
Passeriformes | Parade | Tits and chickadees
Miniature, acrobatic bird of conifers, often visiting garden feeders; bold white patch on back of head diagnostic.
Tiny, almost Goldcrest-like, lacking bright colours but with boldly patterned plumage, the Coal Tit is a charming little bird. It prefers conifer trees, principally spruce, and is far less common in deciduous woods.
Sightings
Common resident and passage migrant. Often seen from the visitor centre.
Interesting points