Grey-throated Chat vs Northern Cardinal
Granatellus sallaei comparado com Cardinalis cardinalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | Grey-throated Chat | Northern Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Nome científico | Granatellus sallaei | Cardinalis cardinalis |
| Ordem | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Família | Cardinalidae | Cardinalidae |
| Estado de conservação | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Comprimento | — | 22,0 cm (8.7 in) |
| Envergadura | 11,9 cm (4.7 in) | 30,0 cm (11.8 in) |
| Peso | 9,9 g (0.35 oz) | 44,0 g (1.55 oz) |
| Dieta | -- | Seeds, grains, fruits, and insects. Especially fond of sunflower seeds at bird feeders. Feeds mainly … |
| Tamanho da postura | 2 | 1-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Northern Cardinal
Woodland edges, thickets, gardens, and suburban areas. Prefers dense shrubby habitats for nesting.
Song & Call Comparison
Grey-throated Chat
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'.
Geographic Range & Migration
Grey-throated Chat
Northern Cardinal
Eastern and central North America from southern Canada to Mexico and Guatemala. Expanding range northward.
Estado de conservação
Grey-throated Chat
Northern Cardinal
How to Tell Them Apart
Grey-throated Chat
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
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.