Little Green Friend, Butterfly And Wildflowers At Sunset: 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 summer.

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Cherly Dasher shot this great photograph of a tiger swallowtail at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens in Palos Heights. She said her grandson, Cameron, spotted the butterfly as they were walking along a path.

Adina Skwarski, of Orland Park, photographed this hummingbird in her garden.

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Judith Salstone sent in this image of a sunset with wildflowers in Wheeling.

Brianna Pfeiffer, of Joliet, captured this pretty image at her mother-in-law's home.

Thank you for all the beautiful photo submissions!