Gilligallou's Blog — Bird Habitat

As we round out what we certainly hope will be this winter’s last cold snap of winter weather, many of us are looking forward to the melt and eventual bloom of spring flowers.  As such, many of us can routinely find ourselves daydreaming about those outdoor projects around the yard we either started last year […]  

A study published at the end of 2016 indicated some troubling facts for our feathered friends.  Based in Seattle, Washington, researchers set out to determine the effects increased urbanization had on local bird populations and the findings are certainly a cause for concern. The United Nations is estimating that the world’s population will likely reach […]

Yes, that’s right.  It isn’t even Christmas yet and we are already talking about spring preparations! As most of us very well understand, our passion for birding and habitat creation runs deep and no sooner do we finish setting up for one season, the preparation begins for the following season.   While winter birding is a […]  

Whether or not we want to admit it, we are on the cusp of winter here in eastern Ontario. While we are in no rush to wish away this lovely fall we have been having, as birders, we must face the music and ensure our back yards are well prepared for the coming cold. Our […]