About the Somali Tit
The acacia tit, also known as the Somali tit and northern grey tit, is a species of bird in the family Paridae. It is native to north eastern Africa where it occurs in dry acacia habitat.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice (Paridae) |
| Species | Melaniparus thruppi |
| Species Codes | somtit4, ACTI, NGTI, SOTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Somali Tit belong to?
The Somali Tit (Melaniparus thruppi) belongs to the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Somali Tit?
The acacia tit, also known as the Somali tit and northern grey tit, is a species of bird in the family Paridae. It is native to north eastern Africa where it occurs in dry acacia habitat....
Where can I report a Somali Tit sighting?
You can log sightings of Somali Tit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code somtit4, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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