Yellow-cheeked Tit
NameYellow-cheeked Tit
Common NameYellow-cheeked Tit
Scientific NameMachlolophus spilonotus
FamilyParidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsFeatures bright yellow cheeks and forehead, a prominent black crest, and a black throat. The back is black with yellow streaking, and the wings are black with two distinct white wing-bars and white edging on the tertials. The underside is greyish-white, sometimes with a central black stripe.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include clear, ringing 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'sit-sit-sit' notes, and a 'chick-a-dee' like alarm call. Its song is a repeated, clear 'tee-tee-tee-tee'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas, from northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan, extending eastward through Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesProminent black crest, Bright yellow face with black eye-stripe and throat, Black and white patterned back and wings, Greyish belly
Description
The Yellow-cheeked Tit is a striking passerine bird known for its vibrant yellow face and prominent black crest. It is an active, arboreal species, often seen foraging for insects in the canopy of montane forests.
