Where to see European Starling in Illinois

Brandon Road Lock and Dam

Barge Watching and Des Plaines River

You might spot Carolina Mantis and Goldenrod Soldier Beetle.

Downtown Quincy Historic District

Architectural Styles and Cultural Heritage

You might spot Eastern Fox Squirrel, Amur Honeysuckle, and Poison Hemlock.

Durso Park

"family Friendly", "neighborhood Park", "playground", "outdoor Recreation", "urban Green Space", "basketball Courts", "picnic Spot", "birdwatching"

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Rock Pigeon.

Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park

Birdwatching, Family Friendly, Historic, Cultural, Outdoor Recreation, Boating, Urban Oasis, Wildlife Viewing

You might spot American Robin, Canada Goose, and House Sparrow.

Lock and Dam No. 21

Bald Eagles and Bird Watching

You might spot Ivory Gull, Bald Eagle, and Eastern Fox Squirrel.

Loop Retail Historic District

Architecture and Chicago History

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Rock Pigeon.

Michigan–Wacker Historic District

Art Deco and Chicago Architecture

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

Palmer Square Park

Arboretum and Bird Watching

You might spot American Robin, Eastern Gray Squirrel, and Canada Goose.

River Park

Wildlife Friendly, Family Friendly, Birdwatching, Paddling, Fishing, Hiking, Accessible, Nature Reserve, Sports

You might spot American Robin and White-Tailed Deer.

Scoville Park

Accessible and Community

You might spot Common Milkweed and Common Eastern Bumble Bee.

Brookfield Zoo

Accessible and Animal Encounters

You might spot Polar Bear, Grizzly Bear, and African Lion.

Cosley Zoo

Accessible and Conservation

You might spot Bobcat, Canada Lynx, and White-Tailed Deer.

Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago Attraction and Family Friendly

You might spot African Lion, African Penguin, and Gorilla.

Armour Square Park

Beaux Arts Architecture and Community Hub

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel and Canada Goose.

Central Springfield Historic District

Architecture and Commercial Buildings.

You might spot Duck, Canada Goose, and Eastern Fox Squirrel.

Galesburg Historic District

Architecture and Carl Sandburg

You might spot Canada Goose, American Robin, and Great Blue Heron.

Historic Michigan Boulevard District

Architectural and Beaux Arts

You might spot Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, and House Sparrow.

Illinois State Fairgrounds Racetrack

Agricultural Exhibits and Auto Racing

You might spot Butterweed, Common Pawpaw, and Eastern Cottontail.

Lorraine Dixon Park

Accessible (general Park Access) and Community Park

You might spot Plants and Red Milkweed Beetle.

Naval Station Great Lakes

American Sailor and Educational

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Brown-Belted Bumble Bee.

Oak Park Conservatory

Botanical Garden and Cactus & Succulents

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee, House Sparrow, and Monarch.

Phillips Park Zoo

Accessible and Educational

You might spot Elk, North American River Otter, and Bald Eagle.

Pilsen Historic District

Architecture and Art

You might spot Rock Pigeon, Canada Goose, and House Sparrow.

Stolp Island

Architectural Landmark and Cultural Heritage

You might spot American Robin, Great Blue Heron, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

Abbott Park

Chicago History and Community Park

Eugene Field Park

Bird Watching and Family Friendly

You might spot Illinois Bundleflower, Wild Bergamot, and Cup Plant.

Ping Tom Memorial Park

Urban Oasis, Chinese Garden, Riverfront, Family Friendly, Kayaking, Birdwatching, Cultural Hub, Wheelchair Accessible, Skyline Views, Nature Trails

You might spot Canada Goose, Common Milkweed, and Wild Bergamot.