About the Mountain Chickadee
The Mountain Chickadee (Poecile gambeli) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Mountain Chickadee is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss due to deforestation
- Climate change
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
North America
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: Western United States
Distribution Overview
Primarily found in mountainous regions of the Western United States
Quick Facts
- Size
- 12 - 15 cm
- Weight
- 9 - 14 g
- Lifespan
- Up to 10 years years
- Diet
- InsectsSeedsBerries
Habitat
Mountainous forestsConiferous woodlands
Behavior
- Nests in tree cavities or nest boxes
- Forages in trees and shrubs for insects and seeds
- Uses a 'scatter hoarding' behavior to store food for winter