The Illinois Raptor Center

Specializing in raptors and songbirds

Improving the lives of birds through rehabilitation, education, and research.

IRC Resources for the Road

Experience is our compass.

Knowledge shines light on our journey.

Commitment secures our footing.

Contributors supply our energy.

Rescuers fuel our compassion.

Nature provides our rules for the road.

We are only here on this earth for a short visit. Don't hurry. Don't worry.

And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.”