I watched in amusement at a White-Breasted Nuthatch was flying back and forth to the suet feeder and most of the time taking small bits back to a hiding hole. I have seen it on several different days repeat the behavior. I guess since dogs hide bones and squirrels hide nuts, it stands to reason birds would also stash food.
What had me so tickled was there was a Red-Bellied Woodpecker watching from a neighboring tree and as soon as the Nuthatch departed, it went and stole the food. Who says birds are not smart?
I watched in amusement at a White-Breasted Nuthatch was flying back and forth to the suet feeder and most of the time taking small bits back to a hiding hole. I have seen it on several different days repeat the behavior. I guess since dogs hide bones and squirrels hide nuts, it stands to reason birds would also stash food.
