African Blue Tit
NameAfrican Blue Tit
Common NameAfrican Blue Tit
Scientific NameCyanistes teneriffae
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)12.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsBright yellow underparts, blue-grey back and wings, white cheeks with a prominent black eye-stripe and a dark blue crown. A white wing-bar is also visible on its blue wings.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a high-pitched 'tsee-tsee-tsee' call and a churring alarm call, similar to the Eurasian Blue Tit but with distinct regional variations.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Canary Islands and parts of northwestern Africa, including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow belly, Blue-grey back and wings, White face with black eye-stripe, Dark blue crown, Small size
Description
This small, active passerine bird is characterized by its vibrant blue, yellow, and white plumage. It is often seen foraging in trees and shrubs, moving quickly through the foliage in search of food. Known for its acrobatic movements, it can hang upside down to access insects.
