The northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is one of the most familiar red songbirds in North America, so familiar that it has been honored as the state bird of seven states. Male northern cardinals are brilliantly red all over with a contrasting black facial mask, and even the bill is red.

What little birds are red?

• Pine Grosbeak. Pine Grosbeak by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant David Halgrimson.
• Northern Cardinal. Cardinal by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Bob Schlake.
• Summer Tanager. …
• Purple Finch. …
• Vermilion Flycatcher. …
• Scarlet Ibis.

What is the most common red bird?

Northern Cardinal Northern cardinal males have a much more red body than females. One of the most common red birds in North America, the Northern Cardinal is instantly recognizable once you have seen one before. The males are known for their majestic red plumage.