About the Kashmir Nuthatch
The Kashmir nuthatch is a species of bird in the family Sittidae. It is found in the northernmost regions of the Indian subcontinent, primarily in the mid-altitudes of the Himalayas. The species ranges across Afghanistan, India, Nepal and Pakistan. The global population size has not been quantified, but the species is described as common in eastern Afghanistan and north-western India, and fairly common in Nepal.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Nuthatches (Sittidae) |
| Species | Sitta cashmirensis |
| Species Codes | kasnut1, KANU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kashmir Nuthatch belong to?
The Kashmir Nuthatch (Sitta cashmirensis) belongs to the Nuthatches family (Sittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Kashmir Nuthatch?
The Kashmir nuthatch is a species of bird in the family Sittidae. It is found in the northernmost regions of the Indian subcontinent, primarily in the mid-altitudes of the Himalayas. The species ranges across Afghanistan, India, Nepal and Pakistan. The global population size has not been quantified,...
Where can I report a Kashmir Nuthatch sighting?
You can log sightings of Kashmir Nuthatch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kasnut1, or on iNaturalist.
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