Northern Cardinal – 8/22/20

Observer: Ilan Fisher

Observation Date: 8/22/20

Observation Time: 5:00 p.m.

Observation Location: near intersection of Beach & Harding Streets

Common Name: Northern Cardinal (male)

Scientific Name: Cardinalis cardinalis

Comments: One of the most common birds in Sharon, cardinals are also one of the most striking. Cardinals have a whistle-like voice, and sing strongly. Learn to recognize their various vocalizations at: http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/northern_cardinal/sound

Cardinals typically travel in pairs. The female is mostly tan.

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