Gilligallou's Blog — bird feeding

In addition to their striking orange plumage, their mesmerizing whistling sound is why many of us love the sight or sound of Baltimore Orioles in and around our back yards.  While there are many chances to see these birds visiting your feeders, there are also a number of ways you can not only increase your […]  

There has been a lot of talk lately about hummingbirds as many customers, friends and family have been asking us where hummingbirds are in their migration and when we should expect to see them.  While it is always somewhat difficult to know exactly when they will arrive, there are always a few telltale signs we […]

Squirrels:  A popular topic here at our store as it seems folks do battle with these critters on a daily basis in an effort to keep them out of their feeders and away from their bird seed. Squirrels are crafty creatures that have the ability to quickly climb or leap from tree branches onto objects […]  

Despite the migration being a little ahead of schedule, we are still awaiting a large portion of returning migrants to our area this spring.  Aside from keeping squirrels and other problem animals away from bird feeders, one of the most common questions we get is; “How can I attract more birds to my yard this […]