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A month searching for Chicago's timberdoodles, and here's what I found
Return of short-distance migrant to woodlands and wet meadows is a rite of spring.
Bob Dolgan
Apr 12
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Chicago Park District steps up for natural areas, endangered species
Habitat addition adds 3.1 acres to Montrose Beach Dunes, provides barrier to erosion and stores precious carbon in the fight against climate change
Bob Dolgan
Apr 9
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Short-eared Owl claims victory in March Migration Madness
The Short-eared Owl doesn’t actually have short ears. It has tiny feathered tufts on the top of its head that are only occasionally visible. Though its…
Bob Dolgan
Apr 6
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Pint-sized predator: American Kestrel status and where to find them
Our smallest falcon is shrinking in numbers; here's how to help.
Bob Dolgan
Apr 5
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Birds and brews and boats
What are the connections between bird watchers, supporting local brewpubs, and exploring new habitats?
Brian "Fox" Ellis
Apr 2
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Feathered Four: Short-eared Owl vs. American Woodcock
Short-eared Owl by Shari McCollough In Indiana and Illinois, they’re endangered species. Short-eared Owls are birds of open country in nearly all latit…
Bob Dolgan
Apr 1
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Feathered Four: Sandhill Crane vs. American Kestrel
Sandhill Crane by Shari McCollough This matchup is a study in contrasts. As much as Sandhill Crane numbers are increasing, American Kestrels sadly are …
Bob Dolgan
Mar 31
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Winter Wren vs. American Woodcock
American Woodcock by Shari McCollough What can be said about these two that hasn’t already been said? Winter Wren romped to a surprisingly easy win ove…
Bob Dolgan
Mar 30
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Short-eared Owl vs. Golden-crowned Kinglet
Golden-crowned Kinglet by Shari McCollough I’ve been saying throughout this March Migration Madness that kinglets have a loyal following. They’re a bir…
Bob Dolgan
Mar 29
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A deeper appreciation for backyard birding
How has the past year changed your backyard birding habits for the better?
Brian "Fox" Ellis
Mar 29
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Eastern Towhee vs. American Kestrel
Yesterday we had Sandhill Crane advance to the Feathered Four in a walk over Northern Pintail. Today’s matchup is going to be close. Eastern Towhee com…
Bob Dolgan
Mar 28
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Northern Pintail vs. Sandhill Crane
Photo by Shari McCollough Northern Pintail surprised most everyone when it topped American White Pelican in the first round. So it’s best not to write …
Bob Dolgan
Mar 27
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