The great is a small and medium-sized bird of the genus Chickadee, with a body length of 13-15 cm, small and delicate, and very cute. The whole head is dark black, as if wearing a delicate top hat, and there are large white spots on each side of the head, like the finishing touch, adding a bit of agility and vitality to its head.
The back of the adult big is gray, while the belly is white as snow, and the color is distinct, which makes a strong impression. However, juvenile great are more closely related to the Eurasian great, which allows them to gradually show their unique charm as they grow. In addition, there are differences in the gray back of large in different regions, which is mainly due to the gradual change due to environmental reasons.
The chest and abdomen of the big have a wide ** longitudinal stripe, which is connected to the black chin and throat, making the entire abdomen present a unique texture. This subtle texture makes the big more agile as they move from branch to branch.
The great prefers to inhabit secondary broad-leaved forests, broad-leaved forests and mixed coniferous and broad-leaved forests in low mountains and foothills, and is also often found in plantations and coniferous forests. They are more lively and bold, not very fearful, and often jump and fly from branch to branch, making a crisp and pleasant call as they fly. The big moves quickly and flies in a slightly wavy shape, with a low crest but graceful and smooth.
The great feeds mainly on insects such as goldenrod insects, beetles, poisonous moth larvae, ants, bees, pine caterpillars, and mantises. They have keen eyesight and nimble predatory skills that allow them to spot and catch these small insects quickly. In addition, the great will also consume some plant foods such as berries and seeds to supplement nutrients.
The breeding season is between April and August, and great nest in natural tree holes or in abandoned tree cavities of woodpeckers. They usually have a litter size of 6-9 eggs and can be up to 15. The female is responsible for incubating the eggs, which have an incubation period of about 14 days. After birth, the chicks need to be fed by both parents for 15-17 days before they can leave the nest and live independently.
February** Dynamic Incentive Program The great has a wide range, from parts of West Asia through South Asia to Southeast Asia. They can be found in China, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Indochina and Indonesia. Great are adaptable and able to adapt to a variety of ecological environments, so they have their own habitat all over the world.