Bushtit

/ˈbʊʃ.tɪt/ noun

Definition

A small gray and brown songbird found in North America, known for living in bushes and forming large social flocks.

Etymology

From 'bush' (a shrubby plant) combined with 'tit' (a small bird, from Old English 'tīte'). The name describes where the bird lives and its small size.

Kelly Says

Bushtits are one of the few bird species that roost communally at night, huddling together in hanging clusters from branches like a feathered blanket—some nights they can have 40+ birds clinging to each other for warmth!

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