Lincoln Park in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Essential, But Endangered
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, February 14, 2026
1. Essential, But Endangered Marker
Half of all vulture species are threatened with extinction.
Vultures slow the spread of disease by eating dead animals before they decompose. Their role in nature is vital, but people often think of them with scorn instead of gratitude.
Since the 1990s, vulture populations have declined sharply. Learning to appreciate them is the first step to ensuring their survival.
Erected by Lincoln Park Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Animals. A significant historical year for this entry is 1990.
Location. 41° 55.352′ N, 87° 38.002′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Lincoln Park. It can be reached from North Stockton Drive near West Webster Avenue, on the right when traveling north. The marker is in Lincoln Park Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Chicago IL 60614, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: European White Stork (here, next to this marker); Snowy Owl (within shouting distance of this marker); Penguin Colonies (within shouting distance of this marker); Penguins Need Protection (within shouting distance of this marker); Japanese Macaque (about 300 feet away, measured in
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Also see . . . Lincoln Park Zoo: Cinereous Vulture.
Excerpt: "This species population is declining, especially in Asia, due to decreasing availability of food and direct human threats such as poisoned bait."(Submitted on February 19, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, February 14, 2026
2. Essential, But Endangered Marker
A European white stork is in the foreground, and bathing behind it are two cinereous vultures.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 19, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 30 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 19, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
