Black-capped Chickadee – 4/23/24

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 4/23/24

Observation Time: 9:00 a.m.

Observation Location: Moose Hill Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary

Common Name: Black-capped Chickadee

Scientific Name: Poecile atricapillus

Comments: Chickadees are one of Sharon’s most common birds. This pair was making a nest in a hollow tree.

More Information: All About Birds

Chickadees often travel in groups that sometimes include tufted titmice. With patience, chickadees can be trained to eat sunflower seeds out of your hand!