Tufted Titmouse

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

Gallery

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Geographic Distribution

Quick Facts

Size
12 - 14 cm
Weight
12 - 20 g
Diet
Insects, Seeds, Nuts, Fruits

Habitat

Deciduous forestsMixed forestsWoodlandsUrban areas

Behavior

  • Forages for insects, seeds, and nuts in trees and shrubs
  • Uses its sharp, pointed bill to extract seeds from cones
  • Lives in small groups, often with other titmouse species
  • Engages in playful behavior, such as chasing and acrobatics