Cardinals and Allies
Order: Passeriformes. Family: Cardinalidae
The cardinals are a family of passerine birds that are robust, seed-eating birds, with strong bills. They are typically associated with open woodland. The sexes usually have distinct plumages. There are about 43 species worldwide and 2 species which occur in Ireland.
| Common name | Binomial | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rose-breasted Grosbeak | Pheucticus ludovicianus | (A) |
| Indigo Bunting | Passerina cyanea | (A) |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Ireland
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