Chicago Bird Collision Monitors takes more than 3,000 injured birds to wildlife rehabilitation centers each year. These birds contribute to scientific knowledge in a number of ways. Data collected from live birds taken to Willowbrook Wildlife Center advance the knowledge and understanding of wildlife treatment, diseases, distributions and genetics. Birds that have been rehabilitated at Willowbrook Wildlife Center are banded before being released. These birds provide information about the natural history and migratory patterns of their species. Read about banded bird recoveries. Birds that have sustained injuries that prevent their return to the wild often are placed with nature centers where they serve as education animals or become part of permanent animal exhibits. As ambassadors of their species they raise awareness, increase understanding and inspire appreciation of the natural world. Chicago Bird Collision Monitors (CBCM) is an all volunteer bird conservation project that operates under the auspices of the Chicago Audubon Society. Home * Contact Us * FAQ Copyright 2012 Chicago Bird Collision Monitors