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The northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), known colloquially as the common cardinal, red cardinal, or just cardinal, is a bird in the genus Cardinalis.It can be found in southeastern Canada, through the eastern United States from Maine to Minnesota to Texas, New Mexico, southern Arizona, southern California and south through Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala.
The number of eggs laid in a single brood is referred to as the clutch. Clutch size is usually within a small range of variation. Some birds respond to the accidental loss of eggs by laying a replacement egg. Others will stop laying based on the apparent size of the clutch.
A sea turtle clutch. A clutch of eggs is the group of eggs produced by birds, amphibians, or reptiles, often at a single time, particularly those laid in a nest. In birds, destruction of a clutch by predators (or removal by humans, for example the California condor breeding program) results in double-clutching. The technique is used to double ...
Use a hopper-style feeder with a long perch to accommodate the larger size of a mature cardinal. Platform feeders work well but if using a tube feeder you must be sure the perch is sturdy enough ...
The male Northern Cardinal is nearly all brilliant red except for a black mask which extends to a dark eye and surrounds the chin, throat, and its reddish bill. The female also has a similar mask ...
Take solace if a cardinal appears to you while you are grieving, for many people believe they bring messages from loved ones who have crossed over to the other side, making us feel connected to ...
A northern cardinal nest showing the nest structure and key features of their egg in Cardinalidae. Nearly all cardinalids are monogamous breeders and are highly territorial. Despite being monogamous this is only during the breeding season, and each year the birds might partner up with a different bird.
The Northern Cardinal is actually the state bird of seven states. Here’s how to attract them to your yard, and why they fight their own reflection. Cardinals sing a sweet song but are fierce ...