Long-tailed Tit
NameLong-tailed Tit
Common NameLong-tailed Tit
Scientific NameAegithalos caudatus
FamilyAegithalidae
Wingspan (cm)14.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsGenerally, Long-tailed Tits have a round, white head, often with a broad black stripe over the eye or a dark cap depending on the subspecies. Their back is black with pinkish shoulders, and the underparts are whitish with pinkish flanks. The extremely long tail is black with white outer feathers.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations are typically high-pitched, soft 'tsee-tsee-tsee' notes, often given in a rapid series, and a distinctive 'srih-srih' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswoodland, hedgerow, garden, scrub, parkland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across temperate Europe and Asia, from Great Britain and France eastward to Japan and northern China.
Identifying Featuresvery long tail, small, round body, fluffy appearance, white head with black markings (stripe or cap), pinkish flanks
Description
The Long-tailed Tit is a tiny, fluffy passerine bird known for its distinctive very long tail, which often exceeds its body length. These highly social birds are typically seen in small, active flocks, flitting through trees and bushes, especially outside the breeding season.
