Blue Tit

"Cyanistes caeruleus"

This passerine is easily recognisable by its blue and yellow plumage.

They eat insects seeds caterpillars and nuts.

They measure 12cm in length.

They have a wingspan of 18cm.

They weigh in at just 11g.

It is estimated that around 15 million birds winter in the uk.

Often seen at bird feeders and tables .

They are well known for pecking through foil milk bottle tops for the cream.

They nest in tree holes and nest boxes from March to June and lay 5 to 12

red flacked white eggs that are incubated by the female for 14 days. They fledge at 18 days.

Blue Tit