Nuthatch
/ˈnʌthætʃ/
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Pro Tip 1/3Bird Behavior
Nuthatch describes a bird known for its unique head-first descent down trees. 
The nuthatch's acrobatics are amazing as it moves head first down the bark.
Pro Tip 2/3Habitat Specific
Nuthatches are often found in woodlands; the term evokes this natural habitat. 
Listening carefully in the forest, you might hear the distinct call of a nuthatch.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Identification
People use 'nuthatch' to identify birds with a certain size, tail, and bill shape. 
When birdwatching, look for a nuthatch's strong bill and compact body among the trees.
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