Firsts: III The Cardinal by ShadowsNTime

Photography • Animals • posted on Jul 18, 2008

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For many years I have admired this beautiful bird on Christmas cards and wrapping paper. So I naturally assumed that this bird only showed itself in winter months. And again I don't know if they are in my home state or not. Imagine my surprise when this bird started showing up. Very skittish and elusive bird from my observation over the past few months...and this was the second time that he landed in the backyard, the first time only a few seconds but this time he hung out quite awhile. Taken from the kitchen window just a day or so before the baby jay. The female comes sometimes too but never stays more than a second or two. Thanks so much for looking, for previous comments and for liking my firsts:-)

Comments (21)

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artice

2:36AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

WHAT A GORGEOUS WAY TO PRESENT THIS WEE FELLOW. YES I HAVE HIM ON MY XMAS CARDS TOO.

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emmecielle

2:40AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Splendid photo!!! :)

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Eldeago

2:57AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

lol cool

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Meisiekind

3:30AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Cute little guy... I just love that bright red coloring! Have a great weekend Lynn!!!! :)

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SapUS59

4:13AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

beautiful cardinal and wonderful capture.

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rainbows

4:35AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

You did so well to capture him with the camera, Lynn. A wonderful wildlife shot. Hugs. Di. xx

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ShadowsNTime

4:56AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

our state bird!

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B_PEACOCK

5:28AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

They are pretty birds.Nice shot Lynn

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timtripp

5:34AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

wonderful!

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durleybeachbum

5:47AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Lucky you!!! great!

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GBCalls

5:59AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Sounds like you are enjoying NY . The cardinal may nest closer to your home another year, then he will be a common visitor. Like the jay, he is not as skittish as he appears when he is only visiting. Home turf makes them comfortable, they get used to you. Spend some time outside when you put out the bird feed if you do. Sit and watch....slow movements and they still come and go but will get used to you. Have fun, great capture

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virginiese Online Now!

6:21AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Very nice bird. We don't have cardinals in Europe and I've only seen him on pitures !

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DarkStormCrow

6:23AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Excellent capture, well done..

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tetsu-pino

8:23AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

Very nice!! very beautiful bird!!

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Darkwish

9:08AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

You did EXT work! Very well done!

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lizzibell

9:58AM | Fri, 18 July 2008

great capture...

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e-brink

12:18PM | Fri, 18 July 2008

I've never seen one of these, Lynn. Why not try raising the feed tray on something near the window. You might be able to get a more side-on, eye-level type view.

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hydroCat

1:21PM | Fri, 18 July 2008

What a beautiful little male! I like the look of the males better because their collur is more vibrant. The female is a more pale red, which is pretty, but still... Great shot, can't wait to see more! :))

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