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White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Sittidae ›Genus: Sitta

About

The white-breasted nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis) is a small songbird of the nuthatch family which breeds in old-growth woodland across much of temperate North America. It is a stocky bird, with a large head, short tail, powerful bill, and strong feet. The upperparts are pale blue-gray, and the face and underparts are white. It has a black cap and a chestnut lower belly. The nine subspecies differ mainly in the color of the body plumage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-breasted Nuthatch?
The scientific name of White-breasted Nuthatch is Sitta carolinensis.
What kingdom does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the class Aves.
What order does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the family Sittidae.
What genus does White-breasted Nuthatch belong to?
White-breasted Nuthatch belongs to the genus Sitta.