About the Eastern Rock Nuthatch
The Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota) is a species of bird in the Nuthatches family (Sittidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 29 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code pernut1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Nuthatches (Sittidae) |
| Species | Sitta tephronota |
| Species Codes | pernut1, ERNU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Rock Nuthatch belong to?
The Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota) belongs to the Nuthatches family (Sittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Rock Nuthatch?
The Eastern Rock Nuthatch is a member of the Nuthatches family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eastern Rock Nuthatch sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Rock Nuthatch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pernut1, or on iNaturalist.