These little visitors to my backyard are very much like the Chickadees: They're about the same size and very friendly. I usually only see one at a time, though, whereas there's a threesome of Chickadees (who seem to enjoy my company as much as I enjoy theirs). They love being upside-down and sideways.
Just the other morning a Nuthatch repeatedly came to the feeder and we were eye to eye like in the picture--about 18 inches. Moments like that are very rewarding.
Photo: Jerry Oldenettel
