Penduline Tit
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NamePenduline Tit
Common NamePenduline Tit
Scientific NameRemiz pendulinus
FamilyRemizidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)9.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a prominent black mask across the eyes, a grey crown and nape, and a chestnut-brown mantle and back. The underparts are buffish-white, often with a reddish wash on the flanks. Females are similar but with a duller mask.
Vocalization / CallA high-pitched, thin, drawn-out 'tseee' or 'sii-sii-sii', often given repeatedly.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetlands, reedbeds, marshes, riparian woodlands
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across temperate Eurasia, from Western Europe eastward through Central Asia to China and Japan. Northern populations are migratory, wintering further south.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Black mask (prominent in males), Grey crown, Chestnut-brown back, Found in reedbeds and wetlands
Description
A small, active passerine bird, often found in reedbeds and wetlands. It is known for its distinctive black mask and chestnut-brown back, and for constructing elaborate, pendulous nests.
