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Birds • October 12, 2025

Black Birds in Chicago: 9 Species You’ll Spot in the City

When you spot a sleek black bird perched along Chicago’s lakefront or strutting through Lincoln Park, you’re witnessing one of nature’s most adaptable survivors. These black birds in Chicago represent nine distinct species, each with unique behaviors, calls, and identification features that make urban bird watching an exciting challenge. From the intelligent American crow to […]

Kehinde Ikpea • December 11, 2025

Birds • September 30, 2025

6 Hummingbird Species You Can Spot in Chicago (Yes, Really)

You’re relaxing in your Chicago backyard when a flash of iridescent green catches your eye. Before you can focus, it’s hovering at your feeder, wings beating so fast they’re just a blur. Most Chicagoans assume that’s a ruby-throated hummingbird—and they’re usually right. But here’s what surprises even seasoned birders: six different hummingbird species have been […]

Happiness Ibietela • September 30, 2025

Features • September 16, 2025

What Wild Animals Live in Chicago: Your Complete Urban Wildlife Guide

You might be surprised to learn that over 2,000 coyotes currently call Chicago home, making the Windy City one of North America’s most wildlife-rich urban environments. From downtown predators navigating busy streets to forest preserve mammals thriving in green corridors, what wild animals live in chicago extends far beyond the pigeons and squirrels you see […]

Animal of Things • September 16, 2025

Invertebrates • September 30, 2022

18 Different Types of Spiders in Chicago

If you live in the Chicago area, you’ve probably seen or heard about the spiders that call the area home. From the brown recluse to the black widow to the hobo spider, knowing which kinds of spiders reside in your town can help you react quickly if you find one crawling near you. Check out […]

Joy Oyelakin • August 15, 2024

Mammals • September 27, 2022

13 Different Types of Bats in Chicago

Chicago residents know that bats are some of the city’s best and most beloved mascots, but did you know that there are different types of bats in Chicago? You’ll undoubtedly find these winged mammals flying overhead or hanging out in your neighborhood.  If you look closely enough, you will find them no matter where you […]

Adeniyi Adeleye • August 14, 2024