Many creatures have imprinted on our hearts — and even a city sidewalk — for making their homes near ours. Here’s a look back at some of Chicago’s well-loved animals.

A critically endangered New Zealand parrot is receiving much needed help. The flightless Kākāpō, though once widespread in ...

A Columbia man is accused of amputating the wing of a seagull he brought home from Florida.Aaron Lacey, 48, faces charges<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More ...

A fire on Meridian Road in Butler Township on May 29, 2008, was blamed on an overheated extension cord by the house’s owner, ...

There are many rare birds in North America, and it’s exciting for birders who catch glimpses of these elusive birds. Rare birds are often endangered, so conservation efforts are critical. However, we ...

A Columbia man is accused of amputating the wing of a seagull he had brought home from Florida. Aaron Lacey, 48, faces ...

A Columbia man faces a felony animal abuse charge, accused of bringing an injured seagull to Missouri from Florida and ...

Sarina Poling adopted two female cockatiels. Marco and Polo. She had just given birth to her son a month before and thought her child and the cockatiels could grow up together. “We just felt we needed ...

After the eagle recovered, but before it could be set free, it had to pass a hunting test. “Unlike a domesticated cat with ...

The first time I saw a cockatoo, I thought it was a type of giant cockatiel! Needless to say, when I expressed this to the ...

The zebra finch is a sought-after pet bird prized for its beauty, antics, and interactive nature. Reaching only four inches in height, these tiny birds are easy to house and care for. Zebra finches ...