Great Tit
Bath time at the Meadow……
The Great Tit , Parus major is the largest bird in the tit family. It is also the most widespread and common family member with birds found in Britain , mainland Europe , the Middle east , Asia and North Africa. This woodland bird tends to be resident in all but the extreme climates and normally does not migrate.
The Great tit , is a distinctive looking garden visitor with it’s white and black head. The largest of the tit family it has a wingspan of up to 26cm , with a body length of between 12-14cm and body weight up to 20g. It has a bright yellow breast with a broad black stripe and blue-green wings. the female has the same colouring as the male with slightly duller colours.
The Great Tit can be found in a wide range of habitats including all types of woodland , parks and urban gardens. The bird is generally not migratory and once established will normally stay in their territory all year round. Young birds will be chased away by their parents but will normally stay within 10 miles from their nest site.
Great Tit
Bath time at the Meadow……
The Great Tit , Parus major is the largest bird in the tit family. It is also the most widespread and common family member with birds found in Britain , mainland Europe , the Middle east , Asia and North Africa. This woodland bird tends to be resident in all but the extreme climates and normally does not migrate.
The Great tit , is a distinctive looking garden visitor with it’s white and black head. The largest of the tit family it has a wingspan of up to 26cm , with a body length of between 12-14cm and body weight up to 20g. It has a bright yellow breast with a broad black stripe and blue-green wings. the female has the same colouring as the male with slightly duller colours.
The Great Tit can be found in a wide range of habitats including all types of woodland , parks and urban gardens. The bird is generally not migratory and once established will normally stay in their territory all year round. Young birds will be chased away by their parents but will normally stay within 10 miles from their nest site.