Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Northern Cardinal (southwest)



Cloudy, gloomy, drizzly days are a rarity in Arizona, but today was one. I found some Northern Cardinals earlier this week when the skies were bluer and brighter. This Northern Cardinal (southwest) obliged me with a few good pictures opportunities.






A female Northern Cardinal (southwest) politely posed for me, too, as if she actually cared I was there.



The 'southwest' Northern Cardinal is not as colorful as the eastern variety, but still a stand-out in a multi-colored bird world.






A black mask and taller crest gives the Northern Cardinal (southwest) a dramatic look.



These two provided a much needed bright spot to a gloomy day. 

Allan

Credits: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All About Birds
The Sibley Guide to Birds

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