What Is a BHN?

The brown-headed nuthatch is a tiny songbird found in the southeastern states. It is three to four inches long and weighs three to four ounces. Its call is a squeaking noise not unlike a rubber duck. It enjoys sunflower seeds, which it can pound open with its sharp beak. The nuthatch has a blue-gray color, and dull brown crown. It climbs headfirst down tree trunks.

Why the BHN Needs Help

The brown-headed nuthatch is restricted to the pine forests of the southeastern states. The population of the nuthatch is declining, due to urbanization and deforestation. The nuthatches require pinewoods and dead trees for the food and habitat. Also, if a nuthatch attempts to nest in a birdhouse that has the traditional larger opening of a 1.5 inch diameter, it will usually be forced out by larger birds such as bluebirds.

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