Silver-throated Tit
NameSilver-throated Tit
Common NameSilver-throated Tit
Scientific NameAegithalos glaucogularis
FamilyAegithalidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsFeatures a white crown with prominent black streaks, a broad black mask extending from the lores to the nape, and a grey back. The underparts are whitish to pale buff, often with pinkish-rufous flanks. The long tail is black with white outer edges.
Vocalization / CallProduces high-pitched, thin 'tsip' or 'sri' notes, often given in a rapid, twittering series, especially when foraging in flocks.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to central and eastern China, inhabiting mountainous and hilly regions.
Identifying Featureslong tail, black mask, white crown with black streaks, fluffy appearance, pinkish flanks
Description
This small, fluffy tit is characterized by its long tail and distinctive head pattern. It is an active bird, often seen foraging in small, cohesive flocks within forest canopies, moving quickly through branches.
