The cardinal is a bird that stays all winter. Falcons, pigeons, grouse, owls, woodpeckers, chickadees, nuthatches, grosbeaks, finches, redpolls, crossbills, snow buntings, cardinals, waxwings, magpies, jays, ravens, crows, house sparrows, and starlings are some of the birds that you can see here in the winter. These birds are able to find food in the winter time. Seed eaters find seeds on the dead plants. Some birds eat berries from bushes.
Some seed eaters have pouches in their throats that hold food while they are gathering the seeds.
Insect-eaters eat suet from bird feeders. A bird's feathers provide alot of insulation. Birds fluff up their feathers and trap air between the feathers. The ptarmigan has feathers on its feet to help keep warm. Birds huddle together for warmth.