Cardinal Coloring Pages

Cardinal coloring pages exhibit the bright, happy beauty of some of the most recognizable birds in North America. These pages of cardinal artwork sometimes show brightly colored male cardinals in their vivid red plumage and their signature crest or more muted female cardinals among branches or winter berries. These pages are perfect for classrooms, birdwatching clubs, or family art that is more informal and fun.

Coloring sheets about cardinals suggest careful shading and observation while displaying nature without depicting it accurately. Cardinal coloring pages work well for seasonal projects, especially winter and holiday projects, because of their symbolism of warmth, hope, and joy. Regardless of how you color them—realistic colors or outrageous colors—these pages help to slow your brain down and provide you with an easy way to learn about backyard birds, as well as bring a cheerful pop of color to any activity.