Illinois Animals

The Windy City has officially passed the baton to L.A. in the battle against pesky rodents. What does this mean for local neighborhoods?

As the chilly winds sweep through Northern Illinois, pet owners are having some heartwarming discussions about keeping their furry friends cozy this winter.

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.

A local kitten found itself in quite the icy predicament, and you won't believe what the police had to do to save it.

The winding Snake Road is off-limits for a couple of months, all in the name of our slithery neighbors making their seasonal trek.

Hummingbird feeder activity In Illinois peaks in August and September as both young and older birds need to fuel up for migration, so it's important to keep your feeders full and ready to help them on their way.

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.

Most Illinois residents have never seen one, or if they have, it's only been once...but don't let your eyes fool you about how many there are.

With young skunks exploring their new world, pet owners might want to brush up on their skunk-spotting skills this season.