Provided by Pamela Cochran

A leucistic cardinal sits in a bush near Leath Run north of Newport. Leucistic cardinals lack the normal red pigment in their feathers but do have color on their crests, wings and tails. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@mariettatimes.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at Instagram.com/mariettatimes.