About the Mexican Chickadee
The Mexican Chickadee (Poecile sclateri) is a species of bird in the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 62 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code mexchi when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice (Paridae) |
| Species | Poecile sclateri |
| Species Codes | mexchi, MECH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mexican Chickadee belong to?
The Mexican Chickadee (Poecile sclateri) belongs to the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mexican Chickadee?
The Mexican Chickadee is a member of the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Mexican Chickadee sighting?
You can log sightings of Mexican Chickadee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mexchi, or on iNaturalist.