The Buzz

We all can display some wild tendencies every now and then, so see who you are most similar to in the animal kingdom. 

Mourning doves aren't named for the time of day. Instead, they are called mourning doves because of their sad song. 

Rabbits are one of the most common animals we see in just about any open space, from the forest preserve to our yards and neighborhoods.

You might know a skunk on sight or smell, but there's probably plenty you don't know as well. Here's your chance to learn all about them.

It's that time of year when you'll likely hear sandhill cranes overhead, and possibly see them. But do you know anything about them?

You're probably familiar with gray squirrels and fox squirrels, but probably not southern flying squirrels. These nocturnal critters aren't often encountered, and their name is a bit of a misnomer, since they glide rather than fly. 

Since 2006, millions of bats have died of a fungal infection called white-nose syndrome. Further loses could be dire for an animal that is essential to our food supply and our ecosystems. 

It can be hard to resist the urge to give puffballs a little push, releasing their millions of spores into the air. 

Dive in to our 10-question quiz to see how knowledgeable you are about Illinois' most common hawk.

Can you ace our 10-question quiz on these well-known arachnids? Don't forget to study up before taking the quiz!