Thanks for your input, The lack of crest was really what was throwing me. I couldn't figure if it was the immature of some other species.
Jan 26, 2012
Female cardinal by: Shirl Abrahamson
It looks like a female cardinal! Nice picture.
Jan 26, 2012
Female Cardinal by: Judy-Seattle
Zack, this photo is a great capture. I believe the bird is a female Cardinal. They are able to fold back the crest on top of their head like in your photo.
Jan 25, 2012
cardinal? by: Jason
I think this is a female northern cardinal or possibly an immature. The color is typical of a female cardinal it is the lack of a crest that is a little odd but I have seen it a few times.