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Black-crested Titmouse

Baeolophus atricristatus

Least Concern
Wingspan
14.4 cm
Weight
17.083333333333332 g
Family
Paridae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black-crested Titmouse is a small, crested songbird closely related to the Tufted Titmouse, found in Texas and northeastern Mexico, with a distinctive black crest, white face, rusty flanks, and grey upperparts. It inhabits mixed woodland, scrubby mesquite, and riparian forests in the Edwards Plateau, Rio Grande Plains, and adjacent areas. It feeds on insects, seeds, berries, and acorns.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 14.4 cm 5.7 in
Weight 17.083333333333332 g 0.60 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

6-7

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Paridae (Tits & Chickadees)
Genus Baeolophus
Species Baeolophus atricristatus

Distribution

Black-crested Titmouse has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-crested Titmouse endangered?
The Black-crested Titmouse has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-crested Titmouse?
The Black-crested Titmouse has a wingspan of 14.4 cm, weight of 17.083333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Black-crested Titmouse belong to?
The Black-crested Titmouse (Baeolophus atricristatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paridae.

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