Tits and chickadees (Paridae)
Black-crested Titmouse
Baeolophus atricristatus. Insects, acorns and seeds.
Tits and chickadees (Paridae)Black-crested TitmouseBaeolophus atricristatus
- Scientific name
- Baeolophus atricristatus
- Length
- 5.5–5.9 in
- Weight
- 0.6–0.8 oz
- Nest
- Cavity or nest box
- Entrance hole
- 1 1/4 in
- Clutch
- 4–7 eggs
- Incubation
- 12–14 days
- Broods
- 1–2 per season
Identification
- Black crest on grey body
- Pale forehead
- Peach flanks
Voice
'Peter-peter-peter' like Tufted Titmouse.
Diet and feeding
Insects, acorns and seeds.
What do black-crested titmice eat? · Best feeder for black-crested titmice
Black-crested Titmice by state and province
Frequently asked
What do black-crested titmice eat?
Insects, acorns and seeds. At feeders: sunflower, suet, peanuts.
How big is a Black-crested Titmouse?
5.5–5.9 in long and 0.6–0.8 oz.
Do black-crested titmice use birdhouses?
Yes — a 1 1/4 in entrance, 4 × 4 in floor, mounted 5–15 ft.
Sources
- Black-crested Titmouse — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Black-crested Titmouse life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Black-crested Titmouse — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
- NestWatch nest box plans and species requirements — Cornell Lab
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.