About the Owston's Tit
The Owston's Tit (Sittiparus owstoni) is a species of bird in the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 62 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code vartit4 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice (Paridae) |
| Species | Sittiparus owstoni |
| Species Codes | vartit4, IZTI, OWTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Owston's Tit belong to?
The Owston's Tit (Sittiparus owstoni) belongs to the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Owston's Tit?
The Owston's Tit is a member of the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Owston's Tit sighting?
You can log sightings of Owston's Tit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vartit4, or on iNaturalist.