Black-bibbed Tit
NameBlack-bibbed Tit
Common NameBlack-bibbed Tit
Scientific NamePoecile hypermelaena
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsFeatures a glossy black cap and a large, prominent black bib extending onto the upper breast. The cheeks are bright white, providing a stark contrast. The back, wings, and tail are greyish-brown, while the underparts are paler grey.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of high-pitched notes, trills, and a distinctive 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' like call, similar to other chickadees.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to central China, found in mountainous regions of Sichuan, Gansu, Qinghai, and Shaanxi provinces.
Identifying FeaturesBlack cap, Prominent black bib, White cheeks, Greyish body, Small size
Description
A small, active songbird characterized by its striking black cap and prominent black bib, contrasting with bright white cheeks. It forages primarily in mountain forests, often in mixed or coniferous woodlands, searching for insects and seeds.
