The northern cardinal is Ohio's state bird. Over the past 200 years, its population density and range have increased across the country, largely as a response to habitat changes made by people.

In the case of Iowa State University, the cardinal became the mascot after the team name "Cyclones" didn't translate well to a costume. 4. Their Range Is Expanding Northward The northern ...

By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’ve always been enamored about Kentucky’s state bird, the Northern Cardinal, often called the “redbird.” The songbird has held the symbol distinction since ...