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Long-tailed Tit
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Long-tailed Tit
Aegithalos caudatus
The Long-tailed Tit is a small, fluffy bird with a very long tail! They love to flit around in trees and are often seen in cheerful little groups, making them fun to watch.
Habitat: Woodlands
Appearance
The Long-tailed Tit has a tiny, round body with a remarkably long, narrow tail that is longer than its body. It features soft pinkish-white underparts, black and white wings, and often a distinctive black crown with a broad white supercilium or an entirely white head depending on the subspecies. Its unique tail length immediately distinguishes it from other small songbirds.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyAegithalidaeGenusAegithalos
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A group of these birds is playfully called a "chattering" of tits!
Sometimes, a whole family sleeps snuggled together in a tight, warm row!
Their super long tail helps them balance when hopping through tiny branches!
They weave up to 2,000 tiny pieces of lichen and moss into their bouncy nests!
Special abilities
Ability
Super Snugglers
Long-tailed Tits can huddle tightly together in groups because of their communal nature, which helps them stay warm on cold nights.
Ability
Architectural Nest-Weavers
Long-tailed Tits can build stretchy, dome-shaped nests because of their intricate weaving skills, which helps them accommodate many chicks.
Ability
Acrobatic Foragers
Long-tailed Tits can hang upside down because of their nimble feet and lightweight bodies, which helps them find hidden insects on twigs.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 13-16 cm
- Wingspan
- 16-19 cm
- Weight
- 0.006-0.009 kg
- Lifespan
- 2-8 years
- Clutch Size
- 6-12
- Incubation
- 12-14 days
Diet & Feeding
These tiny birds mostly munch on tiny insects and spiders found in trees and bushes.
Primary Foods
- Caterpillars
- Aphids
- Spiders
- Insect eggs
- Small beetles
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
Traits
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
AegithalosLong-tailed Titmouse
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Long-tailed Tit?
13-16 cm
What is Long-tailed Tit's wingspan?
16-19 cm
How much does Long-tailed Tit weigh?
0.006-0.009 kg
How long does Long-tailed Tit live?
2-8 years
What does Long-tailed Tit eat?
These tiny birds mostly munch on tiny insects and spiders found in trees and bushes.
Where is Long-tailed Tit usually found?
Woodlands
How does Long-tailed Tit hunt?
Foraging
How many eggs does Long-tailed Tit lay?
6-12
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