I photographed female American Cardinal in my backyard in Virginia as it was flying around mu Koi pond looking for food.

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I photographed female American Cardinal in my backyard in Virginia as it was flying around mu Koi pond looking for food. They are fun to watch. They are difficult to get close to. She was able to capture a honey bee that flew in front of her.

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Size: 7200px × 7200px
Location: Timberville Virginia
Photo credit: © David E Lester / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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