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Black-capped Chickadee — printable fact sheet
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Black-capped Chickadee
Poecile atricapillus
The Black-capped Chickadee is a small, lively songbird recognized by its distinctive black cap and bib, white cheeks, and soft gray back. Native to North America, it is highly adaptable, commonly found in forests, woodlands, parks, and suburban gardens. This inquisitive bird is …
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- Despite their tiny size, Black-capped Chickadees are able to survive harsh northern winters by growing extra brain cells to remember food cache locations.
- Black-capped Chickadees can lower their body temperature to conserve energy during cold nights. Their 'chick-a-dee-dee' call increases in intensity with the level of threat. They regularly cache food, remembering hundreds of hiding spots each season.
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