Flounder Balsa Ornament balsa-desert The females have a funny

The females have a funny way of leaving the nest

Cardinals are known for fiercly defending their territories and this is probably why so many states have them as state birds and sports teams have adopted them as their team mascots

Their closest living relatives

They can’t be cultivated and can be hard to grow at home

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Flounder Balsa Ornament balsa-desert The females have a funnyFlounders are demersal, found at the bottom of the ocean. They hide themselves in the sand not only for protection, but also to hunt for food. Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand carved and then painted with non toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".