The Morton Arb

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Wildlife at the Arb

scarlet_tanager_at The Morton ArboretumTrees provide essential habitat for wildlife. All kinds of wildlife call the Arb home because we nurture and protect hundreds of thousands of trees on our 1,700 acre grounds.


When encountering animals, be sensitive to their needs, and you'll see more of their natural behavior. Always remember these rules:

  • Enjoy wildlife at a distance. If you cause an animal to move, you are too close! Use binoculars or telephoto lenses to avoid disturbing them.
  • Never feed wildlife.
  • Stay quiet and minimize noise.
  • Never get close to nests or other sensitive habitat.


Learn what wildlife are most active, season by season.

Spring / Summer / Fall / Winter

If you take a cool wildlife photo at the Arb, post it on flickr or facebook!