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Black-crested Titmouse

Baeolophus atricristatus

Least Concern
Envergure
14,4 cm
Poids
17,083333333333332 g
Famille
Paridae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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À propos

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
Envergure 14,4 cm 5.7 in
Poids 17,083333333333332 g 0.60 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

6-7

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Paridae (Tits & Chickadees)
Genus Baeolophus
Espèces Baeolophus atricristatus

Distribution

Black-crested Titmouse has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux 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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