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Is A Nuthatch A Woodpecker?

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Both species are often mistaken as woodpeckers, as they have short legs and shimmy up and down tree trunks , but nuthatches are more closely related to chickadees and tufted titmice, than to woodpeckers. What’s the difference between a nuthatch and a chickadee? Carolina Chickadee Carolina Chickadees have a longer tail, a smaller bill, and … Read more

Are There Nuthatches In California?

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White-breasted Nuthatches are common visitors in California to backyard bird feeders. Look for a compact bird with no neck, a short tail, and a long pointy bill . Color-wise, they have distinctive white cheeks and chest, along with a blue-gray back. What’s the difference between a nuthatch and a chickadee? Carolina Chickadee Carolina Chickadees have … Read more