124: Snowy Owl - Chicago Sightings, Irruption, and Lemmings

Dec 22, 2025
32 mins

Episode Description

Welcome back to Birds of a Feather Talk Together! We are officially in full winter swing, and that means it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on one of the most iconic cold-weather visitors out there — the Snowy Owl.

If you’ve been anywhere near bird-Twitter or the local news, you may have heard about the pair of Snowy Owls in Chicago. These birds are stunning, unmistakable, and one of those species that gets everyone — even the non-birders — buzzing with excitement.

We also answer a listener question about a Loon that was recently seen in the Chicago area. 

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