Hawfinch vs Northern Cardinal

Coccothraustes coccothraustes 비교 대상 Cardinalis cardinalis

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Side-by-Side Comparison

속성 Hawfinch Northern Cardinal
학명 Coccothraustes coccothraustes Cardinalis cardinalis
Passeriformes Passeriformes
Fringillidae Cardinalidae
보전 상태 Least Concern Least Concern
체장 18.0 cm (7.1 in) 22.0 cm (8.7 in)
날개 폭 32.0 cm (12.6 in) 30.0 cm (11.8 in)
체중 55.0 g (1.94 oz) 44.0 g (1.55 oz)
식성 Seeds and kernels, especially from cherries, olives, elms, and hornbeams. The bill exerts a force … Seeds, grains, fruits, and insects. Especially fond of sunflower seeds at bird feeders. Feeds mainly …
산란 수 3-5 1-5
Population Trend
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Size Comparison

Body Length
Hawfinch 18.0 cm
Northern Cardinal 22.0 cm
날개 폭
Hawfinch 32.0 cm
Northern Cardinal 30.0 cm
체중
Hawfinch 55.0 g
Northern Cardinal 44.0 g
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Habitat Comparison

공유 서식지

Hawfinch only

없음

Northern Cardinal only

없음

Hawfinch

Deciduous and mixed woodland, orchards, parks, and large gardens with mature fruiting trees.

Northern Cardinal

Woodland edges, thickets, gardens, and suburban areas. Prefers dense shrubby habitats for nesting.

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Song & Call Comparison

Hawfinch

노래

A sharp, metallic 'tsick' call — the primary vocalization and often all that's heard. Song is a thin, reedy warble. Generally inconspicuous vocally despite its striking appearance.

Northern Cardinal

노래

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'.

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Geographic Range & Migration

Hawfinch

Europe, North Africa, and western and central Asia. Partially migratory, with northern populations moving south in winter.

Northern Cardinal

Eastern and central North America from southern Canada to Mexico and Guatemala. Expanding range northward.

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보전 상태

Least Concern

Hawfinch

Least Concern

Northern Cardinal

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How to Tell Them Apart

Hawfinch

깃털

Orange-brown head with a black bib and eye stripe. Warm brown back, grey nape, and broad white wing bar. Massive head and bill give a top-heavy appearance.

부리

Enormously powerful, conical, pale bill capable of cracking cherry and olive stones

Northern Cardinal

깃털

Males are brilliant crimson red overall with a black face mask. Females are warm buffy brown with reddish tinges on wings, crest, and tail.

부리

Thick, conical, bright orange-red bill

Key Differences

  • • Weight: Northern Cardinal (44g) vs Hawfinch (55g)
  • • Length: Northern Cardinal (22 cm) vs Hawfinch (18 cm)
  • • Wingspan: Northern Cardinal (30 cm) vs Hawfinch (32 cm)
  • • Family: Northern Cardinal (Cardinalidae) vs Hawfinch (Fringillidae)
  • • Habitat: Northern Cardinal prefers Woodland edges, thickets, gardens, and suburban areas. Prefe; Hawfinch prefers Deciduous and mixed woodland, orchards, parks, and large gar
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About These Birds

Hawfinch

왜가리콩새는 유럽 조류 중 몸 크기 대비 가장 강력한 부리를 가져 60kg의 힘으로 체리씨를 깰 수 있다. 유럽과 아시아 온대림에 번식하며 씨앗, 과일 씨, 새순을 먹는다.

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.

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