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The shimaenaga (Aegithalos caudatus japonicus) is a subspecies of the long-tailed tit that is native to Hokkaido, Japan. They are also known as “snow fairies” because of their white faces, small beaks, round eyes, and yellow eyelids.
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Globally, the long-tailed tit is considered a species of least concern, but they can be vulnerable to extreme cold weather and population losses of up to 80% have been recorded during prolonged cold spells.
However, it is thought that populations recover quickly due to their high breeding potential.
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