The cardinal grosbeak, or Virginia redbird, is quite common in the same localities, though more inclined to seek the woods.

Now and then, among the gray and brown tints, there was a dash of scarlet,-thecardinal grosbeak, whose presence was sufficient to enliven any scene.

Only the more hardy remain to enjoy the grandeur of the winter ocean like the chickadees and cardinal grosbeaks that enliven our winter woods.