Southern blacktit
Introduction: Southern blacktits (Parus niger) are resident in Namibia comfortable in almost any woodland, broad-leaved dominated. Park, gardens and forest edges also accommodate this species, usually observed in pairs or small groups of up to 6 birds.
Distribution: North-eastern Namibia including Etosha National Park, Rundu, Kaudom Game Park, Tsumkwe and the Zambezi Region (formerly the Caprivi Strip).
Diet: Forages on branches, leaves in the higher canopy ranges for earthworms, termites, mistletoe and fig fruits.
Description: Mainly glossy black with barred white undertail and blackish brown wings.
Breeding: Females build a grass, lichen and hair nest, with help from the male. 1 to 6 eggs are laid between September and December. Incubation is for around 2 weeks.
Size: 15cm.
Weight: 20g.
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