Great Tit

Resident and among Ireland’s top 20 most common garden birds.

Identification

The largest member of the tit family, distinguished by a striking black head adorned with large white cheek patches and a black band running down the center of a bright yellow breast. Its back is yellowish-green, while its wings and tail exhibit a silvery-blue hue. During flight, white outer tail feathers are noticeable, and when perched, a distinct white wingbar is visible. It possesses a pointed yet stout bill, and its legs are bluish-grey.

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