The black and white colors of the blackpoll warbler plumage are at their brightest during spring migration, when males even sport a dashing dark cap on their heads. Take a few minutes to unwind and tune in to learn the blackpoll warbler's call, which sounds more like an insect than a songbird, with Voice of the Wild on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms or online at https://go.illinois.edu/VoiceoftheWild Want to learn more wildlife calls? Subscribe to the weekly newsletter at https://go.illinois.edu/SubscribeVoiceofWild (fb)

Buzzing conversations about bees and trees at the Illinois Extension Master Gardener Golden Garden Days Celebration in East Central Illinois! This year, Master Gardeners are celebrating 50 years of positive community impact with regional gardening events. From Sweet Gum trees with girdling roots to bee scavenger hunts, today is filled with exciting adventures at Allerton Park. Find the next event near you at go.illinois.edu/mg50 (fb)