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pygmy tit

bird
Also known as: Psaltria exilis
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The pygmy tit (Psaltria exilis) is one of the world's smallest birds, measuring only 7 cm (approximately 3 inches) in length. It is found on the island of Java and belongs to the songbird family Aegithalidae, which also includes long-tailed tits and bushtits. These small birds are arboreal insect eaters and are characterized by their long, narrow tails, tiny bills, and plain plumage. The pygmy tit builds a unique nest: a thick-walled, hanging pouch with a side entrance.1

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