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An aerial view of Rock Run Rookery
A slide through history: Rock Run Rookery Preserve
1/17/2019In its former life, the preserve now known as Rock Run Rookery used to be much less spectacular.
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A red fox walking in the grass
Creature feature: The cunning and clever red fox
1/8/2019These sly creatures are skilled hunters and adaptable to many habitats and environments, including rural, suburban and urban areas.
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Two owls perched on a fence
Nature curiosity: How do owls turn their heads so far?
1/7/2019While it’s a common misconception that owls can turn their heads 360 degrees, they still can perform some pretty dramatic feats when it comes to checking out their environment
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Snowy owl on the ground
Creature feature: The stunning snowy owl
12/15/2018Snowy owls are a prized find among bird-watchers, because the beautiful birds are a sight to behold set against a wintry backdrop.
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White-breasted nuthatch on a feeder
Nature curiosity: How do birds hear?
12/14/2018If you’ve thought to yourself "Do birds have ears?," well the answer to that question is both yes and no.
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Beaver chewing wood
Creature feature: Nature's lumberjack, the beaver
12/7/2018Beavers' ability to build structures is one of the most significant in the animal kingdom and these animals are second only to humans in their ability to change the environment they live in.
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A wild turkey's head
Creature feature: The big, colorful wild turkey
11/16/2018Most of us think of turkey as the star of the Thanksgiving table, but these birds live among us too, right in our own forests and prairies.
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Great horned owl perched on a tree branch
Creature feature: The predatory great horned owl
11/15/2018The great horned owl is most well known from storybooks and folklore, because it is the owl that makes the famous hooting call.
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Coyote with a squirrel in its mouth
Creature feature: Coyotes, the opportunistic eaters
11/7/2018Coyotes try to remain unseen, hunting under the cover of darkness to protect themselves from being hunted.
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Canada goose flying upside down
Why is this Canada goose at Lake Renwick flying upside down?
10/25/2018It's not your common, everyday occurrence.
Current Headlines
Trail projects in motion across Will County
More miles, smoother rides and new places to explore are on the way as Forest Preserve District trail projects move forward.
Deadly toll: Discarded fishing line harming wildlife
Improperly discarded fishing line is taking a deadly toll on wildlife at Forest Preserve lakes. Anglers are urged to use on-site recycling tubes or safely dispose of line to help protect animals.