blue tit
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The blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) is a widely distributed bird primarily found in Europe. It is characterized by a cobalt-blue crown, wings, and tail, contrasting with yellow underparts and a greenish-blue back.1
Blue tits belong to the family Paridae, which also includes chickadees and other titmice. These small, agile birds are known for their cheerful calls and are common visitors to bird feeders. They are hardy and can endure cold winters by storing food. Blue tits are renowned for their impressive clutch size, capable of laying up to 15 eggs, which is the largest among birds that feed their young. In their natural habitat, they often forage with other tit species, such as the great tit.2
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