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Tufted Titmouse
Baeolophus bicolor
Bold gray songbird that carries sunflower seeds and peanuts away one at a time.
Quick identification
Know the field marks.
- Pointed gray crest
- Large dark eye and pale face
- Rust wash along flanks
Where to look
Mature deciduous woods, parks, and tree-filled neighborhoods.
Missouri timing
When it may visit.
ColumbiaYear-round
St. LouisYear-round
Season windows are practical guidance, not a guarantee. Weather and migration vary.
Attraction plan
Build the best invitation.
Hopper feeder
A roof helps keep larger seeds dry.
- Place
- Place within a short flight of tree cover.
Suet cage
Useful during cold weather.
- Serve
- Suet
- Place
- Hang near a trunk.
Care note: Discard any damp nuts or seed before mold develops.
Same station, more possibilities
Related birds.
Learn more
Trusted field references
- Species guide: Tufted TitmouseCornell Lab of Ornithology ↗
- Bird FeedingMissouri Department of Conservation ↗
BirdQuest summary last reviewed 2026-07-20. External sources open in a new tab.