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Hundreds of thousands of birds are crossing Wisconsin each night.During peak migration, that number can surpass 15 million birds.To celebrate their return, The North Lakeland Discovery Center is hosting its 20th Northwoods Bird and Wildlife Festival.

Cases of influenza A or H5N1, also known as avian flu, are now being detected in humans across the United States

Spring migration is underway along the Mississippi River flyway, making the river and its floodplain a hotspot for waterfowl and soon-to-arrive songbirds.The Mississippi plays a critical role guiding these birds across the country and providing them habitat to rest. Here's everything you need to know about this important flyway — and when and where to see the birds amid their long journey.

Today we hear the next in our series Wildlife Matters. DNR Wildlife Biologist takes a look at some of the migratory birds we see here in the Northwoods.