About the Western Rock Nuthatch
The Western Rock Nuthatch (Sitta neumayer) 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 rocnut1 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 neumayer |
| Species Codes | rocnut1, WRNU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Rock Nuthatch belong to?
The Western Rock Nuthatch (Sitta neumayer) belongs to the Nuthatches family (Sittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Rock Nuthatch?
The Western 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 Western Rock Nuthatch sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Rock Nuthatch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rocnut1, or on iNaturalist.