Algerian Nuthatch
Sitta ledanti
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<birdfyi-bird slug="sitta-ledanti"></birdfyi-bird>The Algerian Nuthatch (Sitta ledanti) is a bird species in the family Sittidae (nuthatches), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.1 cm and a weight of 17.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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The Algerian Nuthatch is an endangered nuthatch weighing about 17 g with a wingspan near 17 cm, discovered in 1975 and endemic to a few small forest patches in northeastern Algeria. It clings to tree trunks and branches in typical nuthatch fashion, probing bark for insects and seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.1 cm | 6.7 in |
| Weight | 17.3 g | 0.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 22-25 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Sittidae (Nuthatches) |
| Genus | Sitta |
| Species | Sitta ledanti |
Distribution
Algerian Nuthatch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Sittidae family