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Northern Cardinal (male)

Cardinalis cardinalis

Description:

The Northern Cardinal is a fairly large, long-tailed songbird with a short, very thick bill and a prominent crest. Cardinals often sit with a hunched-over posture and with the tail pointed straight down. Male cardinals are brilliant red all over, with a reddish bill and black face immediately around the bill.

Habitat:

Hackberry tree in a wildlife habitat garden.

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gatorfellows
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gatorfellows

Denton, Texas, USA

Spotted on Sep 9, 2012
Submitted on Sep 14, 2012

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