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Coal Tit
Periparus ater
RSPB Conservation Status – Green
Last seen – 7-2-23
The Coal Tit is a small bird that is a common sight in the UK’s woodlands and gardens.
The Coal Tit is a member of the Paridae family, which includes other species such as the Great Tit and the Blue Tit.
These birds are known for their small size and distinctive plumage, which includes a black cap and bib.
Facts
Population – 1,500,000 breeding pairs
Length – 11 – 12 cm
Wingspan – 16 – 17 cm
Weight – 8 – 10 g
Breeding
Coal Tits typically breed between April and June, building their nests in trees and shrubs.
The female lays a clutch of 6-10 eggs, which she incubates for around 14-15 days.
The chicks are fed by both parents and fledge from the nest after around 17-18 days.
Habitat
Coal Tits are adaptable birds that can thrive in a variety of habitats, but they are most commonly found in woodlands and forests.
They are often seen flitting through trees and bushes, and they can also be found in gardens and parks.
Coal Tits prefer coniferous forests, but they are also found in broadleaf forests.
Food
Coal Tits are omnivores, feeding on a wide variety of insects, seeds, and berries.
They are particularly fond of conifer seeds, which they extract from cones using their sharp beaks.
Coal Tits are also known to feed on small insects, spiders, and caterpillars.