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Northern Cardinal in the Snow
gophish

Northern Cardinal in the Snow (Cardinalis cardinalis)

Snow again yesterday, so birds out in big numbers looking for food. This female Cardinal was one of them.
Habitat
backyard
Location
Burnt Hills, NY
Date taken
3-2-09
Scientific name
Cardinalis cardinalis
Equipment used
D80 w/50-500 Sigma
Don't see enough of these beauties! I've been hoping to catch one in a good setting here because I think they are just as beautiful as the male in their own way. Thanks for this great close-up!!
 
I just noticed, she's carrying a perfect snowflake on her back...that's worth the shot right there! ;) :t:
 
I don't envy the snow, but I do envy this gorgeous close up. Lovely portrait shot Ken with good colour and detail.
 

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