The family Paridae comprises small to medium-sized passerine birds commonly known as tits, chickadees, and titmice. They are widespread across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America and are typically characterized by short, stout bills, rounded bodies, and strong, agile legs. Members of this family are omnivorous, feeding on insects, seeds, and nuts, and many exhibit acrobatic foraging behaviors, often hanging upside down on branches. Paridae species are social and vocal, frequently forming flocks outside the breeding season, and many show remarkable intelligence and problem-solving abilities. They typically nest in tree cavities or nest boxes, and their adaptability to diverse habitats, including woodlands, gardens, and parks, makes them familiar and well-studied birds in ornithology.