Owston's Tit
Owston's Tit
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Owston's Tit is a distinctive tit species endemic to the Ryukyu Islands of Japan, characterized by its greyish-brown upperparts and rufous underparts with a prominent white facial patch. It is a forest specialist.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Ryukyu Islands (especially Amami-Ōshima and Okinawa) in Japan, found in broadleaf evergreen forests.
How to spot
Focus on the mid to upper canopy of forests on the Ryukyu Islands. Its rufous belly and white facial patch are key identifiers. Listen for its distinctive calls, which may differ from mainland tits.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly mornings.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Ryukyu Islands (especially Amami-Ōshima and Okinawa) in Japan, found in broadleaf evergreen forests.
How to spot
Focus on the mid to upper canopy of forests on the Ryukyu Islands. Its rufous belly and white facial patch are key identifiers. Listen for its distinctive calls, which may differ from mainland tits.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly mornings.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Being an island endemic, Owston's Tit has evolved unique vocalizations and slight morphological differences compared to mainland tit species.
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