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Summer birds in Illinois
Illinois's Lake Michigan shoreline funnels migrating warblers and sparrows through Chicago. During summer, bird activity is shaped by breeding and raising young along the Mississippi Flyway.
Where to look
Explore forest, wetland, urban habitat, including Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary.
Observation timing
Look and listen soon after sunrise, then check shaded habitat and water later in the day.
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