Titmouse Identification

Its shiny black eyes are also reminiscent of mice. Titmice are relatives of the Chickadee family and may often be seen in one another's company. However, patient bird watching enables one to notice that whereas Chickadees form flocks in the winter, the Titmouse is usually identified singly or in pairs. The calls of Titmice and Chickadees may confuse beginning birders, as they are similar.

One might suppose that this small, plain bird might be shy, but at American Bird Guide, we have found the Oak Titmouse capable of forming trusting relationships with humans who provide bird feeders or scatter bird seed for them. The Oak Titmice in our garden watch for our arrival and eagerly await their share of the sunflower seeds we offer.

Bird watching enthusiasts who are familiar with the Oak Titmouse are always excited by their first identification of his relation - the Bridled Titmouse. Featuring the same crested head as its cousin, the Bridled Titmouse has black markings on its head, and a pale belly. However, most American bird watchers will have to take a bird watching tour to identify this bird as it only lives in the south of Arizona and New Mexico.