Q:I have not seen cardinals at our feeders since October. Do you have any ideas as to what happened?

A: I don’t know but other bird lovers have noted the same thing. Perhaps a hawk or an owl has settled nearby. Remember to keep bird feeders filled at all times and keep your fingers crossed. Winter is punishing for all birds and readily available black oil sunflower seed and suet squares can make all the difference to our feathered friends.