Northern Cardinal, One Of The Most Iconic Bird Od North Of America Royalty-Free Stock Photography

Also nammed Cardinalis cardinalis. One of North America’s most iconic birds, the Northern cardinal is hard to miss with its bright red plumage and distinctive crest, although the female is much browner. Both sexes get their colouring from their diet of seeds which contain carotenoid pigments. It is a mascot of seven American states – more than any other bird – as well as many professional and college athletic teams including the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Pic taken in Central Park (New york city)