Points

15

per confirmed sighting

BirdConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
birds • Paridae

Ashy Tit.

A

Melaniparus cinerascens

Category

birds

Family

Paridae

Size

Body mass: approximately 20 g (EltonTraits).

Points

15 pts

Log a sighting

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding ashy tit in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: mid-level vegetation 100%.

Diet

EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 60%; seeds 20%; fruit 20%.

Behaviour

When to look

Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.

Where to see it

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Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

1500 verified species across ten Southern African countries. Spotted an error? Tell us through community guidelines.