The Tufted Titmouse is a small, gray bird with a distinctive crest on its head. It has large, dark eyes and a short, stout bill. The upperparts are soft gray, while the underparts are lighter, almost white. It also has a noticeable rust-colored patch beneath its wings.
This bird is often found in deciduous forests, parks, and gardens across the eastern United States. It prefers habitats with a mix of trees and open spaces. The Tufted Titmouse is a year-round resident in its range, showing little migratory behavior.
Tufted Titmice are known for their curious and active nature. They frequently visit bird feeders, especially those with sunflower seeds. Their diet includes insects, seeds, and nuts. These birds are often seen foraging in pairs or small family groups.
They have a clear, whistled song that sounds like "peter-peter-peter." During the breeding season, they nest in tree cavities or nest boxes. Both males and females work together to build the nest and raise their young.
Do you know what TUTI means? It is the four-letter code used by birders and bird banders for the Tufted Titmouse, one of the cutest birds found in Canada and the United States and a common backyard feeder bird. This adorable titmouse design is a sort... Read more »
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This week's highlighted t-shirt is our I Love Tits design for anyone who loves our cute Birdorable tits, which are shown in parentheses below: a Tufted Titmouse, a Boreal Chickadee and a Black-capped Chickadee on this design show that the tits you love are cute little birds.... Read more »
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