Im Just As Pretty Female Cardinal Bird
by Peggy Franz
Title
Im Just As Pretty Female Cardinal Bird
Artist
Peggy Franz
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The northern cardinal is so well loved that it has been named the official bird of no fewer than seven U.S. states. Bright red cardinals are easily identified by even casual bird watchers, and are often seen frequenting backyards and bird feeders. When foraging elsewhere the birds eat insects, seeds, grain, fruit, and sap.Cardinals, also called "redbirds," do not migrate and have traditionally been more common in warmer climes such as the U.S. southeast. However, in recent decades they have expanded their common range north through the United States and even into Canada. This population growth may be due to an increase in winter birdfeeders and to the bird's ability to adapt to parks and suburban human habitats.Only males sport the brilliant red plumage for which their species is known. The color is a key to mating success�the brighter the better.By contrast, female cardinals are paler in color; rather than red, they might be described as red, or pink tinged brown, with often the deepest color on the crest and the wing's dorsal surface.Cardinals are active songbirds and sing a variety of different melodies.
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November 28th, 2012
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Nadine And Bob Johnston
Fav and Published in "USA Artist News" http://paper.li/f-1343723559# and Tweeted to over 21,000 who watch for our quotes and images
Angela Davies
Such a beautiful close up and lovely female cardinal! I am a cardinal fan! :) F/V Congrats on your feature!
Madalena Lobao-Tello
CONGRATULATIONS!! Featured on Female Artists - Creative Women!!! Great artwork. Love the colours, textures and composition!!!!!