Where to see Red-winged Blackbird in Illinois

We found 38 places featuring Red-winged Blackbird in Illinois. Plan your next visit below.

Botanical Garden50 species

Illinois, US

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Botanical Garden and Cultural Heritage

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

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Historic Site2 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Brandon Road Lock and Dam

Barge Watching and Des Plaines River

You might spot Carolina Mantis and Goldenrod Soldier Beetle.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

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.

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Nature Reserve50 species

Illinois, US

Gensburg-Markham Prairie

Bird Watching and Conservation

You might spot Viceroy, Common Wood-Nymph, and Acadian Hairstreak.

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Park14 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

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.

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Botanical Garden1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Lilacia Park

Botanical Garden and Family Friendly

You might spot American Robin, Monarch, and Duck.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Lily Gardens Park

Family Friendly, Playground, Urban Park, Community Park, Outdoor Recreation, Free Admission, Children's Play Area, Neighborhood Green Space.

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel, American Robin, and Duck.

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Loop Retail Historic District place preview

Historic District5 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Loop Retail Historic District

Architecture and Chicago History

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

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Historic District4 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Michigan–Wacker Historic District

Art Deco and Chicago Architecture

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

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Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie place preview

Forest1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

Accessible Trails and Bird Watching

You might spot Osage-Orange, Cutleaf Teasel, and Red Clover.

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Park4 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Palmer Square Park

Arboretum and Bird Watching

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

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Park50 species

Illinois, US

River Park

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

You might spot American Robin and White-Tailed Deer.

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Trail1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Sauganash Trail

Rails To Trails, Urban Oasis, Walking, Cycling, Running, Wildlife, Family Friendly, Accessible, Nature, Chicago Park

You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Lesser Celandine, and American Robin.

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Park50 species

Illinois, US

Scoville Park

Accessible and Community

You might spot Common Milkweed and Common Eastern Bumble Bee.

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Aquarium4 sightings15 species

Illinois, US

Shedd Aquarium

Animal Encounters and Aquarium

You might spot Beluga Whale, Pacific White-Sided Dolphin, and Sea Otter.

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Zoo4 sightings14 species

Illinois, US

Shedd Aquarium

Aquarium and Aquatic Show

You might spot Beluga Whale, Pacific White-Sided Dolphin, and Sea Otter.

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Zoo1 sightings13 species

Illinois, US

Brookfield Zoo

Accessible and Animal Encounters

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

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Zoo3 sightings13 species

Illinois, US

Cosley Zoo

Accessible and Conservation

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

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Zoo4 sightings13 species

Illinois, US

Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago Attraction and Family Friendly

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

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Park4 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Armour Square Park

Beaux Arts Architecture and Community Hub

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel and Canada Goose.

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Neighborhood12 species

Illinois, US

Bronzeville

African American History and Architecture

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

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Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Central Springfield Historic District

Architecture and Commercial Buildings.

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

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Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District place preview

Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District

Bird Watching and Engineering Marvel

You might spot Blue Phlox, Great Blue Heron, and Bloodroot.

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Botanical Garden12 species

Illinois, US

Garfield Park

Botanical Garden and Chicago Landmark.

You might spot Common Milkweed, Great Blue Heron, and Canada Goose.

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Historic District2 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Greenup Commercial Historic District

Architecture and Historic District

You might spot Red Clover, Chicory, and Amur Honeysuckle.

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Historic District6 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Historic Michigan Boulevard District

Architectural and Beaux Arts

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

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Botanical Garden1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Ladd Arboretum

Bird Watching and Botanical Garden

You might spot Eastern Cottontail, American Robin, and Monarch.

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Historic Site1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Lock and Dam No. 20

Bald Eagles and Bird Watching

You might spot American Sweetgum, Sugar Maple, and Eastern Redcedar.

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Botanical Garden12 species

Illinois, US

Morton Arboretum

"arboretum" and "botanical Garden"

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Eastern Forktail.

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Campus1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Naval Station Great Lakes

American Sailor and Educational

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

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Historic District4 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Pilsen Historic District

Architecture and Art

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

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Natural Landmark12 species

Illinois, US

Stolp Island

Architectural Landmark and Cultural Heritage

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

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

West Argyle Street Historic District

Architecture and Asian Food

You might spot Red-Winged Blackbird and Northern Cardinal.

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Park10 species

Illinois, US

Indian Boundary Park

Park, Cultural Center, Nature Area, Family Friendly, Playground, Birdwatching, Historic, Urban Oasis, Accessible, Community Events

You might spot Pond Slider, Virginia Bluebells, and Canada Goose.

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Natural Landmark1 sightings9 species

Illinois, US

Northerly Island

Birdwatching, Hiking, Nature Preserve, Urban Oasis, Skyline Views, Family Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Fishing

You might spot Canada Goose, Ring-Billed Gull, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

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Park1 sightings8 species

Illinois, US

Carver Park

Community Park, Family Friendly, Sports, Recreation, Swimming, Playground, Urban Wildlife, Fitness, Chicago Park District, Birdwatching

You might spot American Robin and Northern Mockingbird.

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Park8 species

Illinois, US

Eugene Field Park

Bird Watching and Family Friendly

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

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Park8 species

Illinois, US

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.

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May 2, 2026

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

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Lilacia Park

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Durso Park

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