Nuthatches back after long absence

SJANSELL · #1 (**permalink**) 20-12-2010, 11:49 AM

Hi,

Haven't posted for ages I'm afraid, but just had to say I was delighted to see my favourite bird, the nuthatch back this week after probably 4 or 5 years absence in our suburban garden (we do have strips of trees beside and behind us. Feisty as ever! Must be the freezing weather and snow.

We also have a pheasant in and out - at least a couple of years since one wandered in. Have heard the foxes barking, so hope it stays safe up a tree at night!

Sarah

Tobyh · #2 (**permalink**) 20-12-2010, 12:28 PM

I've had the same - the Nuthatches left some time ago, scared by a cat climbing their nest tree I think...and haven't been back in ages other than very short visits. I am always really pleased to see them....so lucky you!

actionfinch · #3 (**permalink**) 21-12-2010, 12:34 PM

not being able to do much spotting during the day atm i noticed that the local nuthatches haven't been around here also, but not seen any today neither.
I have plenty of sunflower seeds for them... they love them....