Yellowthroat, Common***
Description: A common warbler most often seen in shrubby areas in summer, especially those associated with the Dixon Prairie.
Yellowlegs, Lesser
Description: Often seen along the shores of Marsh Island in the Dixon Prairie or the mudflats to the south, this bird appears like a small version of the greater yellowlegs .
Yellowlegs, Greater
Description: A fairly large shorebird seen most often on the shoreline of Marsh Island or on the mudflats south of the Dixon Prairie.
Wren, Winter
Description: A long-winded songster, this tiny member of the wren family tries to avoid being seen while on its stop-overs in McDonald Woods during migration.
Wren, Sedge
Description: This wren is most often heard, but may be seen, in wet areas of the Dixon Prairie or along restored shorelines.
Wren, Marsh***
Description: This wren is most often heard, but may be seen, in wet areas of the Dixon Prairie or along restored shorelines. Look for their globular nests in sedges along the Skokie River.
Wren, House***
Description: This cavity-nesting bird is most often seen and heard in wooded areas of the Garden. It occasionally occupies bluebird houses.
Wren, Carolina
Description: This occasional southern visitor may be seen, or more likely heard, around the Garden.
Woodpecker, Red-headed***
Description: This is one of two visible woodpecker species with red highlights on its head. Oak woodland restoration has helped to increase their numbers in recent years. It is most often seen in McDonald Woods.
Woodpecker, Red-bellied***
Description: This is one of two visible woodpecker species with red highlights on its head. It is more common than the red-headed woodpecker. Look for this species in the McDonald Woods or at bird feeders in winter.