why do cardinals come out in the winter

Have You Ever Wondered Why Cardinals Like To Come Out In The Snow?

Whether you’re a first-time birdwatcher or a long-time enthusiast, cardinals are a wonderful addition to any backyard, and the first time you see their fantastic red plumage contrasting with the white snow you’ll be hooked. So, why don’t they migrate?  I’ve always loved cardinals and have done extensive research on

Twinkle Star Wild Bird Feeder Review

Twinkle Star Wild Bird Feeder In-Depth Review

Uniquely Designed & Aesthetically Pleasing, The Twinkle Star Wild Bird Feeder Is A Great Accent For Any Backyard. I have been a lifelong bird watcher and purchased dozens of feeders in my life. That’s one reason why I thoroughly enjoy researching them. In the course of researching bird feeders, I

Do Cardinals Use Birdhouses

Would You Believe Cardinals Don’t Use Birdhouses?

I’ve wondered, “do cardinals use birdhouses” and I’ve researched this topic in-depth to realize that they do not. They don’t care for enclosed structures for their nesting locations. They much prefer an open-air location with lots of branches for cover in either trees, bushes, or densely packed shrubs.  Cardinals prefer

What Colors Attract Cardinals To A Backyard

What Colors Attract Cardinals To A Backyard?

Yes, birds behave differently with different colors. It might seem crazy, but it’s true. So which colors should you put out if you’d like to get a Northern cardinal to come to your backyard? What colors attract cardinals? Well, through my intense research, I’ve learned the secret of the color-coordinated

An In-Depth View Of Where Do Cardinals Nest?

I often wonder where Cardinals nest at all times of the year as I am lucky enough to have these beautiful birds visiting my yard on a frequent basis. I have thoroughly researched this topic on cardinal nesting behavior and preferences. And, I explored nesting habits to see if they

Ruby-throated Hummingbird on branch

Ruby-throated hummingbird

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a small-sized hummingbird with a beautiful color pattern of green and red. They are acrobatic birds known to be impressive and fast flyers. They are easily attracted to the color red, especially red and orange flowers. In this article, we are going to cover a wide

Northern Cardinal in winter

Northern cardinal

The Northern Cardinal is everyone’s favorite bird. In fact, seven states and several schools have used these birds as symbols. Their bright red-orange color brings brightness to your backyard, regardless of what season it is. Their sweet songs can also sweeten everyone’s day as it’s the first music you’ll hear

Eastern Bluebird close-up view

Eastern bluebird

The Eastern Bluebird is a lovely songbird widespread in the eastern United States. Their bright blue and brick-red color pattern is easily recognizable, making them just a delight to look at. They love to stay in open areas where there are lots of nearby trees. So, if you have lots

Downy Woodpecker on pine tree

Downy woodpecker

The Downy Woodpecker is a small version of the classic woodpeckers we usually see. They are widespread across the United States and have seven subspecies that differ in size and color pattern. They are also considered agricultural friends because they mainly eat agricultural pests. In this article, we are going

Dark-eyed Junco in tree

Dark-eyed junco

The Dark-eyed Junco is a lovely bird that is a close relative to the sparrows. They are widespread across North America and are divided into five major groups – each with different color patterns. They are known to be snowbirds as they usually arrive during winter, and you’ll quickly recognize

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