Image via Macaulay Library
Yellow-bellied Tit
- Scientific name
- Periparus venustulus
- Family
- Paridae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest deciduous
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Pointed
Where it came from
The Yellow-bellied Tit, scientifically classified as Periparus venustulus, is a passerine bird endemic to the temperate forests of central and eastern China. First described by Robert Swinhoe in 1870, the species evolved within the complex coniferous and mixed broadleaf forest ecosystems of the region. As a member of the Paridae family, its evolutionary path reflects a specialized adaptation to high-altitude temperate climates, where its distinct coloration—particularly the vivid yellow underparts of the male—serves as a primary indicator of the species within the dense canopy.
The species is recognized for its unique physiological traits, specifically the rounded wing shape and the distinctively pointed tail, which facilitate agile navigation through thick foliage during foraging. Unlike more widespread tit species, the Yellow-bellied Tit has remained relatively localized, drawing interest from ornithologists and naturalists who study the diversification of tits across the Palearctic realm. Its physical design is a masterclass in functional evolutionary biology, optimized for the specific atmospheric density and vegetation structure of its native Chinese habitats.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real birds collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Yellow-bellied Tit
Yellow-bellied Tit is a bird in the Birdwatching catalog on collecto.rs. Catalog data is sourced from eBird. No public birds collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Yellow-bellied Tit on collecto.rs?
Yellow-bellied Tit doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Yellow-bellied Tit?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your bird, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other birdwatching collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Yellow-bellied Tit catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Yellow-bellied Tit is sourced from eBird. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs birds tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your birds is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every bird you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
