Bridled Titmouse

Baeolophus wollweberi

The Bridled Titmouse is a small songbird found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is known for its distinctive black mask and crest, as well as its grayish-olive upperparts and pale underparts. These active and vocal birds are often found in oak woodlands, pinyon-juniper forests, and scrubby areas. They forage for insects, seeds, and berries, and are known for their acrobatic movements as they search for food. Bridled Titmice are cavity nesters, often using old woodpecker holes or artificial nest boxes. While their populations are currently stable, they may face threats from habitat loss and climate change.

Habitat: Oak woodlands, pinyon-juniper forests, scrubby areas