Aegithalidae

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:family
gptkbp:adult_plumage different from adult plumage
more vibrant than juvenile
gptkbp:behavior active and acrobatic
gptkbp:biodiversity high within the family
gptkbp:breeding_behavior depends on food availability
may nest in loose colonies.
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:characteristic long tails
gptkbp:characterized_by small size
long tails
short wings
gptkbp:climate_impact affected by climate change
gptkbp:clutch_size 3-8 eggs
gptkbp:coloration often colorful and patterned
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:long-tailed_tits
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection initiatives
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:contains gptkb:long-tailed_tits
bushtits
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in birdwatching
gptkbp:diet insects
spiders
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:Eurasia
gptkbp:egg_color white or pale blue
gptkbp:egg_size about 1.5 cm long
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:William_John_Swainson
1831
gptkbp:fledging_period about 18-21 days
gptkbp:foraging_behavior gleaning insects from foliage
searches for food in trees and shrubs
gptkbp:fossil_record limited fossil evidence
gptkbp:genetic_studies show close relation to other passerines
gptkbp:habitat dense shrubs and trees
woodlands and shrublands
gptkbp:habitat_preference prefers areas with dense cover
gptkbp:has_family Paridae
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Aegithalidae
gptkbp:human_interaction engages in grooming behavior
gptkbp:incubation_period about 12-15 days
gptkbp:is_found_in gptkb:Eurasia
gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:length 10-15 cm
gptkbp:mating_system monogamous during breeding season
gptkbp:migration some species are migratory
gptkbp:migratory_species Aegithalos caudatus in northern regions
gptkbp:molt annual molt after breeding season
gptkbp:nest_location usually in shrubs or trees
gptkbp:nest_material plant fibers and moss
gptkbp:nesting late spring to early summer
builds cup-shaped nests
influenced by predation rates
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:3
gptkb:Aesir
2
gptkbp:order gptkb:Passeriformes
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
snakes and mammals
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Aegithalos
gptkb:Aesir
Psaltriparus
Psaltriparus minimus
gptkbp:research_interest studied for social behavior
gptkbp:seasonal_activities may join mixed-species flocks
gptkbp:social_behavior often found in flocks
gptkbp:social_structure hierarchical in flocks
gptkbp:species gptkb:Aesir
approximately 10
about 10
gptkbp:subfamily gptkb:Aegithalinae
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships may associate with other bird species
gptkbp:territorial_behavior males defend nesting territory
gptkbp:type_of_care both parents care for young
gptkbp:vocalization known for melodious calls
uses various calls for communication
gptkbp:weight 6-12 g
gptkbp:wildlife threat due to deforestation
gptkbp:wingspan 20-25 cm
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Aesir
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5