Images of coaltits both feeding and in flight. The coal tit is identified by its distinctive grey back, black cap and white patch on its neck. It is a small garden bird, being smaller than a blue or great tit. It feeds on insects and seeds or nuts and can be seen throughout the year. Because of its size, it successfully feeds in conifer and dense woodland. A regular visitor to peanut feeders. They take any nuts and store them for later. In winter they flock with other garden birds hunting in woodlands and gardens. |
