Asian Tit
NameAsian Tit
Common NameAsian Tit
Scientific NameParus minor
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsFeatures a glossy black cap and nape, contrasting with bright white cheeks. A broad black stripe extends from the black bib down the center of the whitish to pale grey underparts. The back and wings are grey, with a distinct white wing bar.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a variety of vocalizations, including a clear, ringing 'pee-tee-pee-tee' or 'tsi-tsi-pee' song, and various alarm or contact calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidely distributed across East Asia, including Japan, Korea, China, and parts of Southeast Russia.
Identifying Featuresblack cap, white cheeks, black central stripe on underparts, grey back and wings, white wing bar
Description
A small, active passerine bird characterized by its black cap, white cheeks, and a prominent black stripe running down its whitish underparts. It is typically found foraging in trees and shrubs, often in small groups.
