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Northern Cardinal

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

A vibrant, non-migratory songbird native to North America, characterized by its distinctive bright red plumage and prominent crest.

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Northern Cardinal
Northern Cardinal
Northern Cardinal
Northern Cardinal
Northern Cardinal
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Woodlands, gardens, shrublands, wetland edges, and suburban areas across eastern and southeastern United States, southeastern Canada, and northeastern Mexico

Ecological Role

Seed dispersal, insect population control, and ecosystem indicator species in woodland and urban environments

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Dense feather layer with sexual dimorphism in coloration
  • LIMBS WINGS Strong legs for perching, wings adapted for short-distance flight with rounded profile
  • HEAD SENSORY Large conical beak for cracking seeds, prominent triangular crest, sharp black eyes
  • BODY STRUCTURE Medium-sized passerine bird, approximately 21-23 cm in length, weighing 42-48 g
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: The Cosmonaut
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