The State Bird: Cardinal Adopted: 1933 With red plumage and a distinct song, cardinals can be found across Ohio year-round. Division of Wildlife Biologist Dr. Laura Kearns explains what connects one …

Ohio designated the northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) as official state bird in 1933. The cardinal is the state bird of 7 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Nov 30, 1999 · Northern Cardinal became the Ohio state bird in 1933. The bird was chosen as the official state bird by the Ohio General Assembly due to it being widespread across the state.

Feb 9, 2025 · The Northern Cardinal, designated as Ohio’s state bird in 1933, symbolizes the spirit of the state. Its vibrant red plumage and melodious songs connect residents with local wildlife, …

The General Assembly adopted the cardinal as the official bird of Ohio in 1933. Its red plumage, high crest and beautiful song made it a fitting symbol of the state.

Sep 9, 2023 · The official state bird of Ohio is the northern cardinal. Northern cardinals are also called redbirds or simply cardinals.

May 17, 2022 · In 1933, the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) was chosen as the official state bird of Ohio. When settlers began clearing Ohio’s previously dense forests, the medium-sized …

The cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is the state bird of Ohio. It is well known for its rich, distinctive call. The cardinal's song is usually a repetition of short whistled phrases with some notes run together; for …

The Ohio State Bird, the Northern Cardinal, holds deep symbolic meaning in the state. It represents vibrancy and vitality, reflecting Ohio’s rich nature and lively spirit.

The Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) was designated the official Ohio state bird in 1933 due to its prevalence throughout the state. That was not always the case, however. Cardinals prefer living in …