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Giant Nuthatch

Giant Nuthatch

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The Giant Nuthatch is the largest species of nuthatch, distinguished by its robust size, long bill, and overall bluish-grey upperparts with paler underparts. Like other nuthatches, it skillfully navigates tree trunks headfirst. It is native to parts of Southeast Asia.
Where to spot
Found in mainland Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southwestern China. It inhabits mature evergreen and mixed deciduous forests, primarily at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its characteristic head-first descent down large tree trunks and branches. Listen for its loud, clear, and somewhat musical calls. Its large size and long bill are immediate identification features.
When to spot
Resident throughout its range and observable year-round. It is most active during the cooler parts of the day, particularly early morning, when it can be seen climbing large trees.
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File:SittaMagnaSmit.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sitta magna 104701654.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sitta magna 104701659.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sitta magna 104701666.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Giant Nuthatch's exceptionally long bill is thought to be an adaptation for foraging in deep crevices of large tree bark, allowing it to extract insects and spiders inaccessible to other birds.
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