Baeolophus bicolor
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.
Length
14cm to 16.5cm
Wingspan
20cm to 25cm
Weight
18g to 26g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Grey
Secondary Colour
White Black Brown Orange
Beak Colour
Black
Leg Colour
Grey
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
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.
Up to 1,500 meters
Temperate, Subtropical
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