There was a time when birders had to travel to Florida, or points further south, to glimpse a limpkin. But this year, Illinois avian enthusiasts needn t travel far to observe the heron-like bird.
The snowy owl and the long-eared owl elicit the sort of reaction usually reserved for rock stars, including the intrusion of cameras into their personal space. Recent incidents involving aggressive photographers have reignited a debate over whether owls' locations should be shared publicly.
Although it doesn’t appear to be a boom winter for sightings, some owls are spending time in the city, bringing a bit of awe to the dreariest time of year.
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