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three brothers Normally Cardinals are solitary birds. During winter months before mating season they tend to flock together in family units. Although these were seen frequently in this area this was the first time I ever witnessed them in a group. Cardinalis cardinalis,Northern Cardinal Click/tap to enlarge

three brothers

Normally Cardinals are solitary birds. During winter months before mating season they tend to flock together in family units. Although these were seen frequently in this area this was the first time I ever witnessed them in a group.

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  1. Each looking in a different direction, classic :) Posted 10 years ago

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The Northern Cardinal is a North American bird in the genus "Cardinalis"; it is also known colloquially as the redbird or common cardinal. It can be found in southern Canada, through the eastern United States from Maine to Texas and south through Mexico. It is found in woodlands, gardens, shrublands, and swamps.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Stephen Philips
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Uploaded May 6, 2015.