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Northern Cardinal (male)

Cardinalis cardinalis

Description:

Males are bright red, long-tailed, large songbirds with a crest. They have a distinctive black mask around their short, thick reddish bills. Males defend their nesting territory vigorously. Tirelessly attacking their own reflection in a window.

Habitat:

An urban park next to an elementary school.

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gatorfellows
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gatorfellows

Plano, Texas, USA

Spotted on Dec 4, 2013
Submitted on Dec 8, 2013

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