About the Sooty Tit
The Sooty Tit (Aegithalos fuliginosus) is a species of bird in the Long-tailed Tits family (Aegithalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 11 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sootit1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Long-tailed Tits (Aegithalidae) |
| Species | Aegithalos fuliginosus |
| Species Codes | sootit1, SOBU, SOTI |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Tit belong to?
The Sooty Tit (Aegithalos fuliginosus) belongs to the Long-tailed Tits family (Aegithalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sooty Tit?
The Sooty Tit is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sooty Tit?
The Sooty Tit is a member of the Long-tailed Tits family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty Tit sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Tit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sootit1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Long-tailed Tits 11 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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