White-cheeked Nuthatch
A species of Nuthatches Scientific name : Sitta leucopsis Genus : Nuthatches
White-cheeked Nuthatch, A species of Nuthatches
Botanical name: Sitta leucopsis
Genus: Nuthatches
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Description
It is 13 cm (5 in) long, white cheeks, chin, throat, and underparts, upper parts mostly dark grey. 
Size
13 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
White-cheeked Nuthatch primarily feeds on insects and conifer seeds, foraging alone or in pairs during breeding season, and joining mixed-species flocks otherwise. They search for food in tall tree canopies, trunks, and branch undersides, exhibiting flycatching behavior in summer.
Habitat
The habitat of white-cheeked Nuthatch generally comprises coniferous forests, predominated by fir and pine trees, with instances of mixed woodlands. The species is notably present within the colder mountain valleys which feature a blend of broadleaf and coniferous vegetation in more temperate and moist environments. Throughout its range, white-cheeked Nuthatch is known to inhabit areas that have a substantial presence of rich coniferous flora.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
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Perching birds Family
Nuthatches Genus
Nuthatches Species
White-cheeked Nuthatch 
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