European Crested Tit
Lophophanes cristatus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Paridae
About
The crested tit or European crested tit is a passerine bird in the tit family Paridae. It is a widespread and common resident breeder in coniferous forests throughout central and northern Europe and in deciduous woodland in France and the Iberian Peninsula. In Great Britain, it is mainly restricted to the ancient pinewoods of Inverness and Strathspey in Scotland, and rarely strays far from its haunts. A few vagrant crested tits have been seen in England. It is resident, and most individuals do not migrate.
Fun Fact
European Crested Tits can withstand extreme cold by caching thousands of food items in autumn and entering a state of controlled hypothermia on cold nights.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Restricted to the ancient pinewoods of Inverness and Strathspey in Scotland, and rarely strays far from its haunts.
Diet
Feeds on insects (including caterpillars) and seeds.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance