Tenerife Blue Tit

Cyanistes teneriffae

The Tenerife Blue Tit (Cyanistes teneriffae) is a small passerine bird native to the Canary Islands. It is known for its striking blue and yellow plumage, with a distinctive blue cap on its head. These birds are often found in pine forests and mixed woodlands, where they forage for insects, seeds, and small fruits. They are known for their acrobatic flight and cheerful song, often heard throughout their forested habitats. The Tenerife Blue Tit is not currently considered to be at risk, but habitat loss and introduced predators pose potential threats to its populations.

Habitat: Pine forests and mixed woodlands