News & Stories: Birds
Birds
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Myth or Fact Wildlife Trivia
Join Kayla Buck, WMC Summer Ambassador Intern, and Emily Blum, WMC Summer Clinic Intern as they play some Wildlife Trivia on our most recent visit…
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Case Study: The Hoot on Owl Eyes
Intake and Treatment Plan Earlier this year the Wildlife Medical Clinic received an Eastern Screech Owl, from one of our close partners the Illinois Raptor…
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Coexisting with Wildlife
As cool weather starts to approach, people may soon find wild animals trying to move into their home and their yard. While some people have…
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Window Strikes in Birds
According to the American Bird Conservancy, it is estimated that collisions likely kill between 365 million to 1 billion birds annually in the United States.…
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Cuddly Predators: The Dangers that Cats Inflict on Wildlife
The Dangers of Cat Bites As cuddly, friendly, and cute as they can be, at the end of the day, cats are predators and pose…
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Wildlife and Fireworks
It is often discussed how fireworks impact people and even their pets, but did you know that fireworks can also have negative impacts on our…
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Barred Owl Case
Barred Owl, Strix varia The barred owl, Strix varia, are found throughout North America, but most commonly in the East. They are commonly found in…
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What do I do if I find a Baby Bird?
Sydney Oliveira, WMC Program Coordinator, visits CiLiving to discuss what to do if you find orphaned wildlife.
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How Bird Feeders Contribute to the Spread of Disease
From avid bird watchers to casual onlookers, bird feeders are a staple in many yards across Illinois and throughout the country. While these well-meaning people…
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Hummingbirds
The Tiniest Thru-Hiker Ruby-throated hummingbirds can fly over 1,000 miles without stopping, an impressive feat for acreature that usually weighs in at just around 4…
