The Northern Cardinal is a common bird where I live, so common that it is easy to forget how beautiful they are. Just look at this fellow –
I sometimes wonder what my reaction would be if I was seeing him for the very first time. A common bird of uncommon beauty!
Backyard Bird Nerd 
I don’t see them too too often, but they are one of my top faves! Maybe because red is my favorite color too. 🙂
Yep, I am also guilty of taking this beautiful bird (and the American robin) for granted, just because they are so common.
Breathtaking.