Blue tit habits

[mikehoward]

Hi everyone,
Does anyone know whether its the male or female blue tit or both that build the nest?

[RoyW]

I do now!

I'll refer you to this post in shenk1's "Willow Tit Gender" thread.

[Elizabeth B]

Originally Posted by mikehoward

Hi everyone,
Does anyone know whether its the male or female blue tit or both that build the nest?

The female builds the nest - the male takes no part in the work, but may bring titbits in for her. He may also visit when she's not there, but leaves the box immediately if she comes in.