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Name: Northern Cardinal Colour: Bright red all over, especially in males. Wings and tail are a darker shade of red, with a slight… Name: Northern Cardinal Colour: Bright red all over, especially in males. Wings and tail are a darker shade of red, with a slight grey tinge. The area around the eyes is black, highlighting the face. Beak is short, thick, orange-red. Physical characteristics: Small to medium in size, compact in body, head with distinctive upright crest of feathers. Beak is strong, suitable for breaking seeds and eating seeds. Often perches on branches or surfaces such as fences, preferring woodlands, gardens and parks.