Tufted Titmouse song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Tufted Titmouse, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

A clear, whistled 'peter-peter-peter' or 'here-here-here' repeated several times. The pitch and tempo can vary. Males often sing throughout the year, especially in late winter and spring.

Calls

A variety of calls including a scolding 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' (similar to a chickadee but often harsher), a rapid 'tsee-day-day-day', and a soft 'seet' contact call.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season (spring and early summer) but can be heard year-round, particularly the 'peter' song in late winter and early spring.

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