About the Mountain Chickadee
The Mountain Chickadee (Poecile gambeli) 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 mouchi 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 gambeli |
| Species Codes | mouchi, MOCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Chickadee belong to?
The Mountain Chickadee (Poecile gambeli) belongs to the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Chickadee?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Chickadee sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Chickadee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouchi, or on iNaturalist.
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