📈 Did you know the UK's Nuthatch population has increased by 299% since 1967? This characterful species is producing more fledglings per breeding attempt (through an increase in brood size and a fall in nest failure rates), but we don't know for sure why they are doing so well. 🎶 If a Nuthatch is nearby, you might hear its repetitive call. We think it sounds like the beep of a car locking, but what do you think? At this time of year, you might hear Nuthatches singing as well; the song is also

Always on the move, the Pygmy nuthatch (Sitta pygmaea) is one of the more energetic native song birds of the Grand Canyon. It is identified by its blue-grey color on the dorsal side, and a well-defined greyish crown. The chest and belly are puffy white, their bill, straight and sharp. Walking through the Ponderosa pine forest, you may see them digging into the crevices of the vanilla-scented conifers. Take a Minute Out In It to appreciate how hard it was to get a minute of this bird in the camer

The Nuthatch — a small, agile bird known for its unusual behavior and charming personality. Unlike most birds, nuthatches are famous for their ability to climb down tree trunks headfirst. Their strong claws and short tails help them grip bark tightly as they search for insects hidden in crevices. The name “nuthatch” comes from their habit of wedging nuts into bark and hammering them open with their strong, pointed beaks — like little woodworkers in the forest. Nuthatches have distinctive, nasal