We’ve created guides for many birds that call the Chicago area home, for at least part of the year. Check back often as we’ll be adding to this list regularly.
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It’s springtime and that means bird migrations are upon us! Many species are returning from their wintering grounds. Given Chicago’s proximity to the fabulous Lake Michigan, we’re going to discuss waterfowl for this edition of the Up & Up – specifically loons and grebes, including where you might find them in Cook County.
Winter is a great time to appreciate gulls, and to experience migrants from the north. Learn all about local Gulls in this informative read by Drew McPartlin.
Our monthly Up & Up feature on local birds of interest continues with this informative report on owls! Many owls visit Chicago or live here year round; find out more about this fascinating bird, and view photographs taken by talented local photographers.
The weather is getting chillier, the leaves are falling from the trees – but don’t despair, there’s still a whole lot happening with some truly remarkable local birds. of our special avian friendst! While it’s certainly later in the bird migration season, the Chicago area still has a great treat for us – the magnificent Sandhill Crane, on its way to its wintering grounds in Florida and the southeastern US.
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