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Tomtit

Tomtit

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The Tomtit is a small, agile, and widespread New Zealand robin, known for its distinctive plumage patterns. Males have a black head, white belly, and a yellow or white bar on the wing, while females are duller.
Where to spot
Widespread throughout New Zealand's North, South, and Stewart Islands, inhabiting native forests, exotic plantations, and even dense scrublands.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive black and white (or yellow) markings, especially the male's. It often perches upright and sallies out to catch insects. Listen for its clear, melodious 'ti-ti-tika-tika' or 'pee-pee-pee' calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, often seen foraging in the mid-story of forests or along forest edges. Most vocal in spring.
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File:North Island Tomtit Petroica macrocephala ssp. toitoi on Mt Donald McLean.jpg
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File:Petroica macrocephala chathamensis 122326486.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala chathamensis 122326540.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala macrocephala1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala macrocephala (AM LB4620-3).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala macrocephala 24693191.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala macrocephala 55598510.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petroica macrocephala toitoi 36133974.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tomtit (Petroica macrocephala).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Tomtits are highly adaptable and can be found in a wide variety of forest types, from dense native bush to exotic plantations.
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