great tit

Parus major

• Largest of the tits, averaging 14cm long
   
• Similar colouring to the blue tit, but with a black 'cap' and breast band
   
• A fairly raucous, metallic call – sounds like 'see-saw' or 'teacher-teacher'.
    

Where found

Deciduous and mixed woodland, hedges, gardens and parks.

When to look for

• A resident bird so it may be seen throughout the year
   
• Breeds between March and May producing only one brood