Northern Cardinal vs Peregrine Falcon
Cardinalis cardinalis 比較対象 Falco peregrinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | Northern Cardinal | Peregrine Falcon |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Cardinalis cardinalis | Falco peregrinus |
| 目 | Passeriformes | Falconiformes |
| 科 | Cardinalidae | Falconidae |
| 保全状況 | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| 体長 | 22.0 cm (8.7 in) | 43.0 cm (16.9 in) |
| 翼開長 | 30.0 cm (11.8 in) | 104.0 cm (40.9 in) |
| 体重 | 44.0 g (1.55 oz) | 750.0 g (26.46 oz) |
| 食性 | Seeds, grains, fruits, and insects. Especially fond of sunflower seeds at bird feeders. Feeds mainly … | Almost exclusively medium-sized birds caught in flight, including pigeons, doves, waterfowl, and songbirds. Hunts with … |
| 一腹卵数 | 1-5 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
共通生息地
None
Northern Cardinal only
Peregrine Falcon only
Northern Cardinal
Woodland edges, thickets, gardens, and suburban areas. Prefers dense shrubby habitats for nesting.
Peregrine Falcon
Diverse habitats from tundra to tropics, typically near cliffs or tall structures. Increasingly found in cities nesting on skyscrapers and bridges.
Song & Call Comparison
Northern Cardinal
Loud, clear whistled phrases: 'cheer-cheer-cheer' and 'birdy-birdy-birdy'. Both male and female sing; female song is softer. Alarm is a sharp metallic 'chink'.
Peregrine Falcon
A harsh, wailing 'kak-kak-kak-kak' repeated rapidly in defense of the nest. Alarm call is a long screaming 'raaak'. Mostly silent away from breeding sites.
Geographic Range & Migration
Northern Cardinal
Eastern and central North America from southern Canada to Mexico and Guatemala. Expanding range northward.
Peregrine Falcon
One of the most widespread birds, found on every continent except Antarctica. Migratory populations travel vast distances between breeding and wintering grounds.
保全状況
Northern Cardinal
Peregrine Falcon
How to Tell Them Apart
Northern Cardinal
Males are brilliant crimson red overall with a black face mask. Females are warm buffy brown with reddish tinges on wings, crest, and tail.
Thick, conical, bright orange-red bill
Peregrine Falcon
Blue-grey upperparts with barred white underparts. A distinctive black moustachial stripe contrasts with the white throat and cheeks.
Short, notched blue-grey bill with a yellow cere
About These Birds
Northern Cardinal
The northern cardinal is the state bird of seven US states, more than any other species. Unlike many songbirds, both males and females sing, often in duets. Cardinals do not migrate and their brilliant red plumage against winter snow makes them a favorite among backyard birdwatchers.
Peregrine Falcon
世界最速の動物として知られるハヤブサで、急降下時には時速320キロメートルを超えることがある。南極を除く全大陸に生息し、都市部での繁殖も増加している。