Northern Cardinal
Cardinalis cardinalis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Cardinalidae
About
The northern cardinal, also commonly known as the common cardinal, red cardinal, or simply 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. It is also an introduced species in a few locations such as Bermuda and all major islands of Hawaii since its introduction in 1929. Its habitat includes woodlands, gardens, shrublands, and wetlands. It is the state bird of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Fun Fact
Unlike most songbirds, female northern cardinals sing just as frequently and skillfully as males, often singing from the nest to signal the male to bring food.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Woodlands and gardens
Diet
Granivore
Lifespan
3-5 years
Threats
- Deforestation
- Wildfire