Illinois Animals

The evening skies are changing as bats either settle into cozy caves or take off to warmer places — a fascinating seasonal shift is underway.

While the nation goes wild for Chihuahuas, Illinois has its own doggie lineup that’s worth a closer look.

Whenever you see a reference to the endangered species list it usually covers the standard suspects: gorillas, black rhinos, tigers, elephants, etc. You know, the animals that you're highly unlikely to encounter in the state of Illinois. You may not know it, but Illinois actually has endangered species of our own.

Illinois dog lovers, did you know your favorite breeds are a bit different from the national favorites? Let’s take a closer look at what’s popular in your neighborhood.

The ruby-throated hummingbird is the star of the show around here, and there’s a lot more to them than meets the eye.

From myth to reality, Bigfoot's been making quite the stir in Illinois—304 sightings and counting!

Imagine spotting a black bear while out for a hike. It’s happening more often than you might think around here.

With half the summer left for outdoor adventures, here are 5 spots in Illinois that you might want to avoid if you have a fear of snakes. If you love snakes, here's where to go in Illinois.

Did you know that the annual expense of dog ownership in Illinois barely scratches the surface compared to raising a child? Let’s break down the numbers.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is asking for Illinoisans to help them out with a survey of wild turkey sightings around the state so they can get a more accurate estimation of the overall wild turkey population and how well it's doing on a yearly basis.

You've more than likely seen them soaring high in the sky hundreds of times in your life, but how much do you know about one of Illinois' largest birds?

The Northern Cardinal is the official state bird in more states than any other, so let's take a look at a few things that maybe you didn't know about the cardinals that populate Illinois.