One of the highlights was a group of Wilson’s Warblers, a little yellow warbler with a neat black cap that looks like slicked back hair.
Wilson’s Warbler – taken at a forest preserve, not our backyard
Note: Updated photo because originally posted the same one as the other day 
The other major highlight was a Black-throated Blue Warbler that hung around all day Wednesday.
Other notable birds included: Chestnut-sided and Magnolia Warblers, Ovenbird, Swainson’s and Gray-cheeked Thrushes, and a lot of activity with the local nesters: Downy Woodpecker, Gray Catbird, House Wren, and Northern Cardinal.
Water-logged Ovenbird
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Wilson’s warbler is so CUTE!
Seems like the end of April we were ahead of schedule but with that noreaster we had the birds are behind!
They are so cute! I have go;d finches nesting in my hedge and I fear the worst with all those cats about
oooops, with go;d I meant gold
Im in love with warblers! Great find birdfreak team! I really love the top photo!
Lana – They are adorable!!
Mon@rch – The weather has been screwy in N. IL as well!
Middleditch – Cats are a major problem but luckily goldfinches are pretty resilient and common
Birdman Jon – Thanks much! Warblers are what make spring great (and make it hard to go to work