Read More MammalsIs it Legal to Own a Raccoon in Illinois? Laws, Permits, and Safer Alternatives Explained Many people dream of having a pet raccoon after seeing these clever animals wash their food or perform…byOluwafemi MichaelOctober 17, 2025
Read More Insects8 Stinging Insects You Need to Watch For in Illinois (Identification Guide) When you step outside during Illinois summers, you’re entering territory shared with some of nature’s most efficient defenders.…byOluwafemi PeterOctober 13, 2025
Read More BirdsYellow Birds in Illinois: 14 Species You Can Identify in Your Backyard Illinois supports over 450 documented bird species, but only a select group displays the brilliant yellow plumage that…byAdeniyi AdeleyeOctober 13, 2025
Read More Birds6 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…byHappiness IbietelaSeptember 30, 2025
Read More Insects3 Common Earwig Species Found in Illinois Homes and Gardens You might be surprised to learn that Illinois is home to over 20 different earwig species, but only…byAbdullahi QaadirSeptember 23, 2025
Read More FeaturesWhat 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…byAnimal of ThingsSeptember 16, 2025
Read More DogsDog Breed Restrictions in Illinois: A Practical Guide for Owners Dog owners in Illinois face a complex web of rules that can vary dramatically from one city to…byAnimal of ThingsAugust 29, 2025
Read More FeaturesHow to Identify Venomous Animals in Illinois Before You Encounter Them Despite Illinois’s reputation for abundant wildlife, you’ll be relieved to know that venomous animals in illinois are surprisingly…byOsemhenon IkpeaAugust 19, 2025
Read More BirdsOrange Birds in Illinois in Spring: Complete Migration Timeline Spring migration transforms Illinois into a vibrant corridor for orange birds, with over 10 million birds crossing the…byEmmanuella OluwafemiAugust 16, 2025
Read More Birds15 Beautiful Birds With Long Tails You’ll Spot in Illinois (Identification Guide) Illinois harbors more than 450 bird species, yet few features capture attention quite like an elegantly extended tail…byJoy OyelakinAugust 11, 2025