Bushtit

Psaltriparus minimus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Aegithalidae

About

The American bushtit, or simply bushtit, is a social songbird belonging to the monotypic genus Psaltriparus. It is one of the smallest passerines in North America and it is the only species in the family Aegithalidae found in the Americas; the other eleven species occur in Eurasia.

Fun Fact

The American bushtit's distinguishing characteristics are its tiny size, its plump and large head, and its long tail.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in flocks of 10 to 40 birds and family members sleep together in their large, hanging nest during breeding season.

Diet

Eating insects and other invertebrates such as leafhoppers, treehoppers, aphids, scale insects, and caterpillars.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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