great tit
Photo: Frank Vassen from Brussels, Belgium · CC BY 2.0
Bird

great tit Facts

Parus major

BirdOmnivore
Lifespan
Up to 15.4 years (maximum recorded longevity)

great tit Facts at a Glance

It belongs to the family Paridae in the order Passeriformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.

great tit Conservation Status

great tit is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Quick facts

Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
Up to 15.4 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Weight
16.25 g

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Animal facts are reviewed against the references below. The photograph remains available under the stated license.