Northern Cardinal

The Northern Cardinal adult male has predominantly bright red plumage, with a slightly darker back and a prominent, pointed red crest. Its breast and belly are largely uniform red, while the wings and long tail are duller red, with brownish tones in the flight feathers. A contrasting black feathered mask surrounds the base of the thick bill and extends onto the throat.

Family

Cardinalidae

Region

North America

Range

Eastern and central North America

Habitat

Woodland

Dominant color

Red

Conservation status

Least Concern