Marsh Tit
NameMarsh Tit
Common NameMarsh Tit
Scientific NamePoecile palustris
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsIt has a glossy black cap extending to the nape and a small black bib under the chin. The cheeks are clean white, contrasting with the black. Upperparts are plain grey-brown, and underparts are buffish-white, becoming slightly darker on the flanks. The bill is short and black, and legs are dark grey.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a distinctive, explosive 'pitchoo' or 'pshew', often followed by a chattering 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee'. It also has a more subdued 'sip-sip-sip' contact call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across temperate Europe and northern Asia, from Great Britain and France eastward to Japan and northern China. It is largely resident throughout its range.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black cap and bib, Clean white cheeks, Plain grey-brown upperparts, No pale wing panel (distinguishes from Willow Tit), Distinctive 'pitchoo' call
Description
The Marsh Tit is a small, active passerine bird with a distinctive black cap and bib. It is typically found in deciduous woodlands and parks, often foraging for insects and seeds among branches. Despite its name, it prefers damp woodlands rather than open marshes.
