The Sultan Tit by Ken _Gilliland
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Description
This is from my latest set "Paridae of the World" which is kicking off my annual Audubon's Birthday Sale. A lot of people giggle when they hear a type of bird is referred to as a a "Tit", so let’s get the obvious out of the way first. All birds belonging to the passerine family, Paridae, are more commonly known as “Tits”. It’s important to note that this type of bird, known as a “Tit”, was named hundreds of years before the slang form of the word ever existed. Simply put, ‘tittr’ was an Old English word for something small and “Tits” are indeed, very little birds (usually 12 cm +/-).
The Sultan Tit isn't small. It is the largest in the family measuring about 21 cm (8 inches) in length. It is found from Central Nepal into the eastern Himalayas extending into Myanmar, northern Thailand and southern and eastern China. It is also found further south in Thailand, the Malay Peninsula Hainan, Laos and Vietnam. It is also found in India along the lower ranges of the Himalayas.
It is usually seen in pairs and in family groups (up to twelve individuals). It will forage with mixed-species flocks (sibias and other small babblers). It forages usually in foliage of upper and canopy levels of trees, when it is inconspicuous. Its diet is mainly small invertebrates and larvae, principally grasshoppers and crickets, mantises and spiders. It also feeds on some fruit, mainly berries, as well as seeds.
It was chosen for my "Paridae" set not only because it is the largest bird in the family, but also its striking appearance. It is what propel me to create the set in the first place. I also included a subspecies from Vietnam and Laos which is just as striking with an all-black head.
Rendered in DAZ Studio without any post work
Comments (11)
3DClassics123456
As always, a superb bird and a very interesting text.
mininessie
precious bird and work!
richard2015
You do amazing work, and I wasn't aware of it until your sale started today. Once I saw it, I immediately purchased a couple of your products and put them to use. Thank you for your meticulous craftsmanship.
Ken _Gilliland Online Now!
thank-you!
miwi
Amazing image, excellent done!!!!!!!!!!!!
Flint_Hawk
This bird certainly is strikingly beautiful!
contedesfees
Excellent render and a necessary summary. And yes, I have wondered. It's good to know that there's a down-to-earth explanation.
Paulienchen
ein sehr schöner Render
STEVIEUKWONDER
Beautifully crafted bird. Your work is exemplary Sir!
Kordouane
Wow !! Marvelous little bird !!
mtdana
Great information and scene !!!
mifdesign
Very realistic, wonderful bird, superb render. All your birds look at the very least, fabulous awesome.