The blue tit in Spain: a charming, lively visitor
The blue tit is a familiar bird in Spain, along with species like the hoopoe, the sparrow, and the thrush. Renowned for its character and vibrant plumage, this small bird features a light blue mask, a touch of yellow on the chest, and a back that leans toward greenish tones. In the Valencian Community it can be hard to spot, especially in Alicante where its presence depends on habitat features such as height, humidity, and cork oak stands.
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The blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) tends to avoid areas with very scarce tree cover. This is why it is rarely seen in zones like the central Ebro valley, the southeast of the peninsula, the Guadalquivir valley, or flatter regions near Valladolid.
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Beyond the previously mentioned species, the blue tit has expanded across most of Europe, including the British Isles and the Urals. SEOBirdLife notes that the blue tit found in northern Africa and the Canary Islands may be treated as the same species as the peninsula bird, while some researchers propose segregating and recognizing a new species called african tit (Parus tenerifae).
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How to identify a blue tit
The blue tit is readily recognized by its striking bluish feathering on the wings, tail, and head. The back tends toward greenish hues, and the breast carries a yellowish tint. The cheeks help distinguish adults from juveniles, as adults display white cheeks while juveniles still show a yellowish tint in a short time.
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In size terms, the blue tit measures about 11.5 centimeters, with a wingspan roughly between 17.5 and 20 centimeters. The great tit bears a distinctive mask and a black necklace, though this stripe does not extend fully across the chest as in some other species; the mask focuses around the eyes rather than the entire head.
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Where does the blue tit live?
The blue tit is a resident species on the Iberian Peninsula, known for a generally sedentary lifestyle. It typically stays close to its breeding site, migrating only in winter to milder regions and away from high mountain forests when cold returns.
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At the start of autumn, groups of blue tits from colder parts of Europe travel to our country. They mingle with native blue tits until winter passes and temperatures rise again.
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In winter the blue tit often lowers its perch height and visits reeds near water. The species favors holm oak and cork oak woodlands, especially the higher, more humid forests of Alicante Province. It is not unusual to see it on nearby terraces sipping sap from fruit trees. In Valencia, there are several nesting sites, including Font Roja Nature Park.
What does the blue tit eat?
The blue tit is primarily insectivorous, feeding on invertebrates like spiders and larvae, but it also pecks seeds and buds. It may peck olives or figs on terraces during the season, making coexistence with gardeners feasible if fruit trees are nearby.
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how to tell if blue tit is male or female
As with many birds, sex can be inferred from plumage: males tend to be a touch more vibrant than females.
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song of the blue tit
spotting the blue tit among others is not easy. Its song is gentler than that of true tit species, featuring short trills that may end with quick clicks. The signature tune is a high-pitched tut-tuit-tutu with various vibratos, according to SEOBirdLife.