Birds in Indiana
Northern Cardinal
Scientific Name: Cardinalis cardinalis
Habitat: Gardens, shrublands, woodlands, and wetlands with dense shrubbery and near edges of the forest
About/Interesting Fact: Northern cardinals are non-migratory birds, staying in Indiana year-round. Once they find their mate, they stick together throughout the year. Both male and female northern cardinals also sing where they share song phrases to communicate during nesting time.
Blue Jay
Scientific Name: Cyanocitta cristata
Habitat: Forested areas, city parks, suburban backyards, and woodlots with oak trees
About/Interesting Fact: Blue jays are also an year-round species in Indiana like northern cardinals. They are known for high intelligence as a highly sociable birds, being capable of using tools and recalling where they buried their food. They also mimic the calls of hawks to warn other blue jays.