Eurasian Blue Tit
Eurasian Blue Tit
Eurasian Blue Tit

Eurasian Blue Tit

Cyanistes caeruleus

Mass

~10 g

Habitat

Forests

Diet

Insects and invertebrates

How to recognize it

Jackdaw-sized, stouter and more colorful
Blue crown with a dark line through the eye
Yellow belly with a dark line down the abdomen
Loud chattering call "tee-tee" and bell-like twitters

The Eurasian Blue Tit is instantly recognizable with its vibrant blue and yellow plumage, brightening urban parks and gardens. It showcases remarkable acrobatic skills, often hanging upside down to forage, effortlessly darting between branches and drawing the eye with lively antics.

This active little creature is energetic and curious, often heard before seen calling out cheerful 'tee, tee, tee' as it flits about. Blue Tits can be quite sociable; they often join mixed flocks in winter, delighting onlookers as they interact with others and explore feeders.

Thriving in deciduous and mixed woodlands, they easily adapt to gardens and urban areas. Their diet mainly consists of insects, seeds, and fruits, showcasing their versatility in various environments.

Did you know?

Seed Hoarder

Hides up to 5,000 seeds in different places — and remembers each one

The Acrobat

Can hang upside down to reach food under bark

I saw it today!