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Audubon Chapters and Hummingbirds in Illinois

Illinois has 13 chapter listings in this directory, including Chicago, Evanston, Wheaton. Explore the state's hummingbirds and reader reports below, then choose a chapter for its stored contact details.

Hummingbirds in Illinois

The existing state species guide lists Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Statewide occurrence is not a guarantee of a sighting in any particular city.

When to expect them

The state migration guide gives typical arrival as Mid-April – early May and departure as Mid – late September. Arrival tracks the 55°F isotherm as it moves north.

Readers in Illinois have reported 5 approved sightings across the stored reporting dates. Most recently: Ellis Grove on October 11, 2026.

Ellis Grove, Illinois: Ruby-throated Hummingbird, October 11, 2026.

Downers Grove Il., Illinois: species not supplied, October 2, 2026.

City not supplied, Illinois: species not supplied, October 1, 2026.

City not supplied, Illinois: species not supplied, September 27, 2026.

Gurnee, Illinois: Ruby-throated Hummingbird, September 22, 2026.

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