Poecile atricapillus
Poecile atricapillus
Family: Parulidae
[Black-capped Chickadee](/gallery/animals/birds/perching/black-capped-chickadee/) (Paecile atricapillus*) is a small northern songbird recognized by its black cap and throat, white cheeks, soft gray back, and pale underside. Its compact shape and inquisitive behavior make it a familiar presence in woodland edges, parks, and backyard feeding areas.
For representative images and visual context, see the page: Black-capped Chickadee in the Gallery section.