Food rather than sex for great tits

[blaaah]

It appears sex is not top priority in spring for great tits. Beating off rival tits is the observed behaviour when there are some nuts available to nibble on. This prevents the females from being serenaded to. Well there you go.
http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20927943.300-bird-feeders-delay-great-tits-dawn-chorus.html

 

[Alex.]

I can hear approaching footsteps. Sounds like they have a sit of jingling keys.

 

[TB]

While I'm sure most people appreciate tits, especially bearded, this thread will go nowhere good.

Likely in a handbag.

 

[Omnis]

Funny news stories bro.