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Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

The Golden-crowned Kinglet is a tiny bird with a bright yellow crown on its head. It loves to flit around in trees, looking for tiny insects to eat. This little bird is very energetic and can be seen hopping from branch to branch!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Golden-crowned Kinglet is a tiny, olive-green bird with grayish underparts. It has distinctive black stripes on its head, framing a bright yellow or orange-yellow crown patch, bordered by black.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyRegulidaeGenusRegulus
Golden-crowned Kinglet
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Golden-crowned Kinglet

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

A male kinglet's bright orange crown is usually hidden, only flashing it when excited or displaying!

Despite their small size, they sometimes travel thousands of kilometers during migration!

These busy birds can eat up to half their body weight in insects every single day!

They can shiver their tiny bodies to create heat and stay warm in icy weather!

Special abilities

Ability

Acrobatic Foraging

Golden-crowned Kinglet can hang upside down because of its strong legs and tiny claws that help them snatch insects from needles and twigs.

Ability

Winter Warmth

Golden-crowned Kinglet has a thick, insulating feather coat that helps them stay warm and survive freezing winter temperatures.

Ability

Invisible Communication

Golden-crowned Kinglet has a very high-pitched call that allows them to communicate without giving away their location to predators.

Measurements & details

Length
8-11 cm
Wingspan
14-18 cm
Weight
0.004-0.008 kg
Lifespan
2-4 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
8-12
Incubation
14-15 days
Migration Distance
3000 km

Diet & Feeding

Tiny insect-eaters that feast on small bugs and spiders found in the forest canopy.

Primary Foods

  • Spiders
  • Aphids
  • Caterpillars
  • Beetle larvae
  • Leafhoppers

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance to keep them safe and happy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Golden-crowned Kinglet?

8-11 cm

What is Golden-crowned Kinglet's wingspan?

14-18 cm

How much does Golden-crowned Kinglet weigh?

0.004-0.008 kg

How long does Golden-crowned Kinglet live?

2-4 years

How fast can Golden-crowned Kinglet move?

40 km/h

What does Golden-crowned Kinglet eat?

Tiny insect-eaters that feast on small bugs and spiders found in the forest canopy.

Where is Golden-crowned Kinglet usually found?

Forests

How does Golden-crowned Kinglet hunt?

Foraging

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