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Quiz: Are you wise about woodcocks?

A woodcock walking across grass.
(Photo by Glenn P. Knoblock)

The woodcock is an unusual bird in both its appearance and behavior. Late winter or early spring is when we start seeing these birds again in Will County, as they return here to nest. How much do you know about these feisty fliers?

Test your knowledge on this quiz to find out.

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