Tag Archives: Red Cardinal

Why are Cardinals Red?

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Garden Walk Garden Talk

The question begs finding out, right? As one might guess, it does have to do with getting a mate. The flamboyant birds generally score the females. At least that is what science always thought. What they are finding is that … Continue reading →

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What Scatters the Songbirds?

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Garden Walk Garden Talk

Such a peaceful nap… Happy and resting Mourning Doves… all is content in bird land. A yard full of red cardinals enjoying the day. But something is wrong… “Yikes man, incoming”

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Get in the Spirit of the Holidays – Wednesday Walks

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Garden Walk Garden Talk

Get the spirit as you take a walk in the snow… for red, red, red. I took my Jeep on a ride with a day bright in sunshine, not a cloud or flake to be seen. 35 miles later, the … Continue reading →