Chickadee

usgb/ˈtʃɪkədiː/
noun

A small North American songbird that has a black cap and a loud call.

The chickadee flew to the birdfeeder in our backyard.
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Often appears as...

  • black-capped chickadee
  • boreal chickadee
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Bird Species

Use 'chickadee' to refer to specific types of small North American birds.

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The chickadees at the park were singing beautifully.
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Distinctive Call

'Chickadee' refers to birds known for their characteristic 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' call.

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You can identify a chickadee by its call even if you can't see it.
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Friendly Birds

Chickadees are often considered friendly and may approach humans in parks.

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A curious chickadee landed on the bench next to me.
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