Nest site is large natural cavity or old woodpecker hole, usually 15-60' above ground; may rarely use birdhouses; may sometimes excavate own nest cavity. Female builds nest in cavity, a simple cup of bark fibers, grasses, twigs, hair.

Where do nuthatches like to nest?

White-breasted Nuthatches typically build their nests in natural tree cavities or abandoned woodpecker holes. They sometimes enlarge these holes but rarely excavate them entirely on their own (as Red-breasted Nuthatches often do).

Do nuthatches nest in birdhouses?

Nuthatches typically nest in tree cavities or abandoned woodpecker holes. It's rare to get them to nest in birdhouses, though the presence of dead trees on your property may encourage nesting pairs.