Eastern Rock Nuthatch

Sitta tephronota

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Sittidae

Size:

13 to 15 centimeters (5.1 to 5.9 inches)

Weight:

15 to 25 grams (0.53 to 0.88 ounces)

Taxonomy:

Sharpe, 1872

Short Description:

The Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota) is a small passerine bird found in Pakistan. It features a compact body, short tail, strong bill, and distinctive blue-gray plumage with a black eye-stripe. This bird is known for its unique habit of creeping up and down tree trunks and rocky surfaces, using its strong claws to grip and search for insects and seeds.

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In Pakistan, the Eastern Rock Nuthatch is primarily found in the northern regions, particularly in the mountainous areas such as the Himalayas and the Hindu Kush. It prefers habitats with rocky cliffs, gorges, and wooded areas, where it can find suitable nesting sites and forage for food.

Eastern Rock Nuthatches are territorial birds and often found in pairs or small family groups. They are highly agile climbers, using their strong legs and claws to navigate rocky terrain. Their diet consists mainly of insects, seeds, and nuts, which they gather by probing and pecking at crevices in rocks and tree bark. During the breeding season, they construct cup-shaped nests in crevices or holes in cliffs, where the female lays eggs and both parents take turns incubating them. Overall, Eastern Rock Nuthatches are adaptable and resilient birds well-suited to their rugged mountainous habitats in Pakistan.

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