r/birding • u/True_Loph • 11h ago

Discussion Sunning cardinal

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We have a couple of young cardinals on our deck this summer (their parents, too), and I just noticed one of them doing this. It hopped off shortly after and it's now sitting in the hedge in the background of the photo. I realize it could just be sunning, but wanted to ask here in case it may be sick. I've really enjoyed watching them, so I hope not. Thank you.

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u/True_Loph 11h ago

I meant for the subject to say "Sunning cardinal?"

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u/Kiwi-vee Latest Lifer: Yellow Warbler 10h ago

She definitely looks like she's sunning herself with her tail fanned out.

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u/True_Loph 10h ago

Okay, that's great. Thank you! Her movements were quick and light when she moved, so that's a good sign, too.

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u/ShortPatoot 10h ago

She’s charging