Black-Crested Titmouse – FranLaff.com

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Common Name

Black-Crested Titmouse

Scientific Name

Baeolophus atricristatus

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Only found from Central Texas down into Mexico, this titmouse with a striking black crest acts quite a bit like its more familiar, look-alike cousin

If you are in central to southern Texas or Mexico, take a closer look at what you THINK is a typical tufted titmouse — and you might be surprised to see this close relative with a black crest and white forehead.

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Whereas the more common and more widely spread Tufted Titmouse has a spot of black on its “forehead” (between its eyes) and a grey crest, this species has a light-colored “forehead” and a full black-fronted crest — VERY beautiful, and striking in the contrast between solid black and white, with the reddish peach underwing area lending some lovely warmth and charm.

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