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Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

Small but spirited, this chunky songbird stands out in North American gardens with its distinctive gray mohawk and big black eyes.
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Visual Identification

Appearance

The Tufted Titmouse is a small, plump bird with a distinctive crest on its head. Its upperparts are soft gray, contrasting with white underparts and rusty flanks. The forehead is black, and it has a pale ring around its large, dark eye.

Both sexes look alike, with juveniles closely resembling adults. The bird's appearance remains consistent throughout the year, with no seasonal plumage changes.

Size

Length

14cm to 16.5cm

Wingspan

20cm to 25cm

Weight

18g to 26g

Colours

Males and females have similar plumage

Primary Colour

Grey

Secondary Colour

White Black Brown Orange

Beak Colour

Black

Leg Colour

Grey

Habitat and Distribution

Habitats

Woodland

The Tufted Titmouse can be found in Woodland habitats.

Garden

The Tufted Titmouse can be found in Garden habitats.

Wetland

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Wetland habitats.

Coastal

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Coastal habitats.

Urban

The Tufted Titmouse can be found in Urban habitats.

Farmland

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Farmland habitats.

Grassland

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Grassland habitats.

Desert

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Desert habitats.

Tundra

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Tundra habitats.

Rainforest

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Rainforest habitats.

Mountain

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Mountain habitats.

Savanna

The Tufted Titmouse is not typically found in Savanna habitats.

Distribution

Tufted Titmice are native to eastern and central North America, ranging from southern Canada to northeastern Mexico. They thrive in deciduous and mixed woodlands, often near forest edges and clearings.

These birds are year-round residents throughout their range, showing a slight northward expansion in recent decades. They are common in the eastern United States and frequently seen in suburban areas with mature trees and backyard feeders.

Elevation Range

Up to 1,500 meters

Climate zones

Temperate, Subtropical

Distribution Map

This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a Tufted Titmouse. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.

A few things to keep in mind:

  • Birds might not be everywhere in the coloured areas, for example, they may be present around the coast of that country
  • Where birds live can change with seasons and available food
  • This map is quite simple - it doesn't show exact locations

We're working on making our maps even better! Soon, we hope to show you:

  • More detailed maps for bigger countries, including state and region
  • How birds move around during different seasons