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Rare Leucistic Northern Cardinal - Female

This is the first time I have ever seen a White Cardinal and she is a beauty! I am especially fond of her cute eyebrows and matching tuft. She has a male partner who is bright red. I hope to get a photo of the two of them together.

 

Leucism is a genetic condition that causes a partial loss of pigmentation. This results in areas of white, pale, or patchy coloration.

 

Ellicott City, Maryland

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Uploaded on November 25, 2024
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