Birds of Ireland: Blue tit

Blue tits are smaller than robins and both sexes appear similar

Blue tits are a common breeding species found here all year round on woodland, farmland and in gardens.  Picture: iStock

Birds of Ireland: Blue tit | Meantán gorm | Cyanistes caeruleus

A blue tit is about 11-12 centimetres long with a wingspan of 18 centimetres. They are a common breeding species found here all year round on woodland, farmland and in gardens.