White-breasted Nuthatch

Chunky, white-faced, grayish bird with black cap, white underparts and short, sharp bill.

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Common Name

White-breasted Nuthatch

Comments

Habitually creeps about on tree trunks and branches searching for insects, often descending head first. The red-breasted nuthatch (Sitta canadensis) is also common in California.

Scientific Name

Sitta carolinensis

Habitat

Coniferous and mixed wood forests.

Size

To 6 in. (15 cm)