Northern Cardinal

PasseriformesCardinalidaeLeast Concern
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyCardinalidae
HabitatWoodlands
RangeE. North America
Length23 cm
Wingspan30 cm
Weight45 g
DietOmnivore

About the Northern Cardinal

The state bird of seven US states. Males red color comes from diet carotenoids. Females also sing, unusual for songbirds. Pairs sing duets together.

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14cm · 16g · Least Concern