Crested Tit
NameCrested Tit
Common NameCrested Tit
Scientific NameLophophanes cristatus
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)18.5
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsFeatures greyish-brown upperparts and buffy-white underparts. The most striking feature is its black and white scaled crest. It also has a distinctive black bib, a black eye-stripe, and white cheeks.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a distinctive trilling 'zee-zee-zee-churr' or 'si-si-si-türrr' call, often given in a rapid sequence.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across central and northern Europe, extending into parts of Russia. It is found throughout much of continental Europe but is largely absent from the British Isles, except for a small population in Scotland.
Identifying FeaturesProminent black and white scaled crest, Black bib, Black eye-stripe, White cheeks
Description
The Crested Tit is a small, distinctive passerine bird known for its prominent black and white crest. It is an active and acrobatic species, often seen foraging in coniferous and mixed woodlands.
