Male cardinals are a brilliant red while female are pale brown with reddish tinges. The cardinal is a fairly large long-tailed songbird with a very thick bill and a prominent chest.
Image taken in Tucson, AZ USA
Nikon D-90 70-300mm lens at 170mm
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They are such pretty birds. I never see them around here. A great wildlife picture.
Thanks so much, my friend!
– Barbara Manis
WOW! Gorgeous Capture!
Thank you very much, Rose!
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One image per day. 27 November 2010
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Gorgeous shot and colour Barbara,what a beauty he is
Thank you so much, Trudi!
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Thank you, dear Malcolm!
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Beautiful shot! :) x
Thanks very much, Donna!
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Great work! He’s so gorgeous!
Thanks so much, Trish!
– Barbara Manis
lovely
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Super image Barbara
Thanks so much, Alex!
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Lovely bright plumage, nice capture Barbara …
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– Barbara Manis