Purple Haze, Fox In The Sun And A Leopard Frog: 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.

Chrystal McDonnough sent us this photo she took of a red-winged blackbird at Cornish Park in Algonquin.

Corrine Malecki captured this photograph of a fox hanging out in her neighbor's backyard in Plainfield, enjoying the sun.

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Debbie Garcia photographed this leopard frog coming out of hibernation at Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.

Bill Jonkman, of Frankfort, sent in this photo he took of one of a pair of nesting great horned owls.

Thank you all for the beautiful photo submissions!