Tufted Titmouse
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NameTufted Titmouse
Common NameTufted Titmouse
Scientific NameBaeolophus bicolor
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsThis species has a gray back and crest, a white belly, and rusty or peach-colored flanks. It features a small black patch above the bill and large, dark eyes.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its clear, whistled 'peter-peter-peter' song, often repeated. It also produces a variety of scolding notes and chickadee-like calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsdeciduous forest, mixed forest, suburban areas, parks, woodlands
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound throughout the eastern and central United States, extending into southeastern Canada.
Identifying Featuresprominent gray crest, gray upperparts, white underparts with rusty flanks, large black eyes, whistled 'peter-peter-peter' song
Description
The Tufted Titmouse is a small, active songbird easily recognized by its prominent gray crest. It forages energetically in trees and shrubs, often hanging upside down, and is known for its clear, whistled calls.
