Northern cardinal

Key facts

• Northern cardinal lives in United States, Mexico, and Canada.
• Group: Birds.
• It weighs about 45 g (1.59 oz).
• A typical adult is about 22 cm (8.66 in) long.
• It lives about 3 years.
• Diet: omnivore.
• Habitat: forest.
• Male northern cardinals are bright red, and both males and females sing loud, clear whistles.