Backyard Blue Jays, Stair Dogs And A 'Busted' Bird: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're seeing many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs throughout the state this spring.

To have your photo featured on Patch, send it to Eric DeGrechie at eric.degrechie@patch.com. We just ask that you make sure the photo you send is one you have taken personally, and allow Patch to use on all platforms. Include your name for credit and a brief description of the photo, including where it was taken.

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Olivia Kics photographed this frog along the canal of the Des Plaines River.

Kathleen Burns got this great shot of the Graue Mill Dam in DuPage County.

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Brandon Hughes, of Des Plaines, caught this moment of his dogs, Neville and Bulby, at the top of the stairs.

Mary Van caught this little bird in a photo she called, "Busted," in unincorporated Will County

Thank you all for the beautiful photo submissions!