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Bird  Nuthatch

Nuthatch - Photo © Copyright 2003 Gary Bradley
Photo: G. Bradley

UK Safari Tip:
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Latin name: Sitta europaea

Size: Approximately 14cms in length.

Distribution: Found only in England and Wales.

Months seen: All year round.

Habitat: Woodlands, parks, and sometimes gardens.

Food: Insects, nuts and seeds.

Special features: Has the ability of being able to walk, head first, down tree trunks, as well as up them.

The movements and actions of the nuthatch when feeding are similar to a woodpecker.


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