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Spring birds in Illinois
Illinois's Lake Michigan shoreline funnels migrating warblers and sparrows through Chicago. During spring, bird activity is shaped by migration and nesting along the Mississippi Flyway.
Where to look
Explore forest, wetland, urban habitat, including Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary.
Observation timing
Early morning is usually most productive. Watch woodland edges, flowering gardens, wetlands, and migration stopovers.
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