cardinal
The Northern Cardinal has the record for popularity as a state bird:
in the United States, it holds that title in seven states.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Cardinals eat seeds, insects, snails, and maple sap.
Adult female
Crest on top of head raises when danger is sensed.
The male attracts the female by a series of calls and by feeding sunflower seeds to her.
