The white-breasted nuthatch may be considered a common winter bird, but it is far from ordinary. While many Massachusetts birds cling and crawl on the trunks of trees, only curious little nuthatches descend trees head-first. Learn more about these species and enjoy these five photographs from the photo contest archive.

2013 Photo Contest Entry, copyright Judith Davis

2011 Photo Contest Entry, copyright Rob Griffith

2011 Focus on Feeders Photo Contest Entry, copyright Tom Murray

2010 Photo Contest Entry, copyright Meyer Franklin

2011 Focus on Feeders Photo Contest Entry, copyright Renata Gilarova
The picture with ice is my favorite. I love these nuthatches. Their crown feathers give them some great attitude!