Northern Cardinals

Some interesting facts about Cardinals (as noted by Jaymi Heimbuch www.treehugger.com)

1.  Cardinals are sometimes hard to spot.
2.  They are territorial.
3.  They are common state birds or massicots.
4.   Their range is expanding northward.
5.   Their diet makes their feathers red.
6.   They are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
7.   Both male and female birds sing.
8.   The appear to kiss at times
9.   They flock together in winter.
10.   They are easy to attract to yards.