Many people love the beauty of the cardinal. Many think the true beauty of the cardinal is shown in the winter, when most other birds have flown south.
Cardinals provide economic benefits as well.
Without cardinals, as well as many other birds, the planet would be overridden with insects. Also, they help disperse seeds to a wider range of land. The cardinal's habitat is a wide variety of places. Many prefer the edges of woods, and neighborhoods with a lot of vegetation. Crest on top of head raises when danger is sensed.