The northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) can be found in central and eastern North America as well as portions of Central America. It has 18 subspecies. Females are of redish olive colour while males, shown on the stamp, are bright red. It feeds on seeds, fruit, insects and snails. It is the official state bird of seven states of the USA.

The blue jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is a species of corvid that can be found in central and eastern North America. Some populations are migratory. It has four subspecies. It is omnivorous feeding on seeds, nuts, fruit, insects and other invertebrates.

The evening grosbeak (Hesperiphona vespertina) is a vulnerable species found in North America. It is migratory and it has five subspecies. It eats seeds, berries, the sap of maple trees and insects.

This stamp set was issued in 2022 in celebration of Christmas.