Illinois Parrots

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Posted by Jeff Weber on 19:13:25 11/15/05

Still freezing up here in Chicago. While heading for the Shedd Aquarium the other day to check out the penguins, I heard, then saw, two flocks of about 10 Monk Parakeets. This was in Grant Park, just south of the Loop. I can see them thriving up here in the summer, but can't imagine how they handle the brutal winters (maybe by huddling over steam grates with other disadvantaged souls). Well, I guess these guys are no less tough than pigeons.

There are also lots of Sharpies cruising around the tall buildings.

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Comments:	: Still freezing up here in Chicago. While heading for the Shedd Aquarium the other day to check out the penguins, I heard, then saw, two flocks of about 10 Monk Parakeets. This was in Grant Park, just south of the Loop. I can see them thriving up here in the summer, but can't imagine how they handle the brutal winters (maybe by huddling over steam grates with other disadvantaged souls). Well, I guess these guys are no less tough than pigeons. : : There are also lots of Sharpies cruising around the tall buildings.
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