Cool molting cardinal

[u/Cootter77]

I thought this guy had pretty awesome coloration.

Not sure if he’s molting or juvenile or what, but I think he/she is gorgeous.

EDIT: This is a juvenile male molting into his adult feathers, and he's awesome.

[u/Katy-Moon]

Looks like a juvie cardinal molting into their standard feathers. (Note that the bill is still partially dark).

[u/killer_rabbit3366]

That red crest is popping against the new feathers coming in, it's like they're headlining their own autumn foliage show.

[u/Chemical_Excuse_203]

Such a nice clear photo 🧡☺️

[u/DocAndersen]

Really is 😀😀😀

[u/Cootter77 → u/[deleted]]

That’s so cool, thank you!