Cardinals and allies (Cardinalidae)
Pyrrhuloxia
Cardinalis sinuatus. Seeds and insects.
Cardinals and allies (Cardinalidae)PyrrhuloxiaCardinalis sinuatus
- Scientific name
- Cardinalis sinuatus
- Length
- 8.3 in
- Weight
- 1.1–1.3 oz
- Nest
- Cup in thorny shrubs
- Entrance hole
- Does not use nest boxes
- Clutch
- 2–4 eggs
- Incubation
- 14 days
- Broods
- 1–2 per season
Identification
- Grey cardinal with red face and breast
- Stubby yellow parrot-like bill
- Tall red-tipped crest
Voice
Clear whistles like a cardinal's.
Diet and feeding
Seeds and insects.
Pyrrhuloxias by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Year-round resident | March–August |
| New Mexico | Year-round resident | April–August |
| Texas | Year-round resident | March–August |
Frequently asked
What do pyrrhuloxias eat?
Seeds and insects. At feeders: sunflower, safflower.
How big is a Pyrrhuloxia?
8.3 in long and 1.1–1.3 oz.
Do pyrrhuloxias use birdhouses?
No. Cup in thorny shrubs.
Sources
- Pyrrhuloxia — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Pyrrhuloxia life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Pyrrhuloxia — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.