Varied Tit
NameVaried Tit
Common NameVaried Tit
Scientific NameSittiparus varius
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)18
Plumage DetailsFeatures a black crown and nape, white cheeks with a black crescent extending from the eye to the throat, and rich chestnut-orange underparts. The back and wings are grey, and the tail is short and blackish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a clear, high-pitched 'pee-pee-pee' or 'tsu-tsu-tsu' call, and a more complex, chattering song often incorporating whistles.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to East Asia, found across Japan, the Korean Peninsula, northeastern China, and the southern Kuril Islands.
Identifying Featuresblack crown and nape, white cheeks with black crescent, chestnut-orange underparts, grey back and wings, small size
Description
The Varied Tit is a small, colorful passerine bird known for its distinctive plumage. It is an active and acrobatic feeder, often seen foraging for insects and seeds in trees and shrubs.
