Northern Cardinal

Northern Cardinals have been a permanent fixture in my backyard since I moved to my new house six years ago. I now they keep their nests in a row of pines along the creek, these pines must be approximately 25 ft. high and fairly close together, making the perfect setting for their nests. I don’t bother looking for them I rather see them flying or feeding. These birds are very beautiful with a striking appearance, bright colors and the black mask.

I know about their popularity and I understand very well why, I described it previously.

Here are two samples that merit my description. Make sure you click the image for a larger version!

8 thoughts on “Northern Cardinal”

jmgoyder on March 21, 2012 at 9:25 pm said:

How lovely to have such colourful friends!

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avian101 on March 21, 2012 at 11:05 pm said:

You know that well Julie! 🙂

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bayphotosbydonna on March 22, 2012 at 2:55 pm said:

I love the cardinal, so striking no matter what they’re doing or where they’re flying. Very nice captures and so wonderful you have them in your backyard to watch and photograph! They aren’t much for being around the water but I see them when driving to and around at work, can’t miss ’em! 🙂

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- avian101 on March 23, 2012 at 10:28 am said:
  
  Thank you Donna! I agree with you that is wonderful to see those beautiful birds daily. 🙂
  
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onelifethislife on March 23, 2012 at 6:40 pm said:

Great post!

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- avian101 on March 23, 2012 at 6:44 pm said:
  
  Thanks a lot! 🙂
  
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Cassie on March 24, 2012 at 3:10 pm said:

I love cardinals – they’re the NC State bird so that’s exciting as well. They just brighten up the trees in winter.

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- avian101 on March 24, 2012 at 3:28 pm said:
  
  You’re right C. Thanks for the comment! 🙂
  
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