Birding

The diverse landscapes of wetland marshes, oak savannahs, and flowing riverbeds attract hundreds of species of birds each year. In addition to the native shorebirds and waterfowl that are native to the region, Illinois also sees its fair share of migrating birds in the spring and fall. Raptors, gulls, warblers, and tanagers are just a handful of species you can see throughout the state. Best of all, you do not have to travel far to go birdwatching Chicago has plenty of fantastic locations where you can marvel at these feathered creatures up close.