This bird which looks like a very healthy female cardinal loves to bathe in my fountain. However she/he has no crest on the head. What kind of bird is this? I live in toronto, ontario.
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 12:22 AM
Do you have a photo?
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 02:36 AM
Northern Cardinals have the ability to raise and lower their crests. . . this is likely what you observed.
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 03:32 AM
Cardinals are also susceptible to mite infestations. The mites can cause the bird to lose all of its head feathers.
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 07:52 PM
As soon as it stops raining cats and dogs, I will be out there with my camera to get a photo.
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