The sittellas are a family, Neosittidae, of small passerine birds found only in Australasia. They resemble nuthatches, but whilst they were considered to be in that family for many years they are now afforded their own family. They do not migrate other than for local movements.

What is a Sittella?

(sɪˈtɛlə) n. (Animals) Austral any of various small generally black-and-white birds of the genus Neositta, having a straight sharp beak and strong claws used to run up trees in search of insects: family Sittidae (nuthatches). Also called: tree-runner.

What does sittella eat?

The principal component of the diet of sittellas are insects and other arthropods. In one study in new South Wales adult beetles were the most common component (~36%) of the varied sittella's diet; particularly favoured were weevils, ladybirds, leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and click beetles (Elateridae).