Indian Nuthatch
Indian Nuthatch (<em>Sitta castanea</em>) is a species of Nuthatches (<em>Sittidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Indian Nuthatch (Sitta castanea) is a species of Nuthatches (Sittidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Sitta; binomial: Sitta castanea; authority: Lesson, RP, 1830.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Change English name of Sitta castanea from Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch to Indian Nuthatch, with split of S. cinnamoventris and S. neglecta. Treat as monotypic. Delete ssp. prateri (Rasmussen & Anderton 2012, Clements, HBW/BirdLife).
