Tufted Titmouse

The Tufted Titmouse, 6"x 6" is an interesting little creature. We do not get many, but I was lucky to capture a few photos. Their crest makes them look rather regal and the washed rusty orange splash near their wings was fun to paint.
A description of them states they like to line their nest with hair and will actually pull hair from sleeping dogs and cats. Now that takes a lot of nerve.