Gilligallou's Blog — bird identification

A common question we field among backyard birders in each spring is:  “what is this black and white bird with a red triangle on its chest?” A wonderful sight for the eyes, the male Rose-breasted Grosbeak is a medium-sized bird, equipped with an enormous triangle shaped bill with black and white coloring and their […]  

The spring is finally upon us, and with the arrival of this season, our ears are treated to the vocalization of some of our favorite birds, singing their wonderful spring songs. Here are 5 birds to keep an ear out for this spring; these birds are both visually and audibly pleasing. American Goldfinch In the […]  

Most birders can easily identify that a particular bird is indeed a woodpecker, but most experience trouble when trying to identify the specific species of woodpeckers commonly seen in their backyards. This quick guide will go over six popular species of woodpeckers and serve as an identification aid, but we always recommend having your trusted […]  

  Heading to your local book store and perusing the selection of bird identification books can seem like a slightly daunting task, particularly if you are a rookie bird watcher. Here we have compiled a list of our five favorite bird identification books.  Take your time and browse each one carefully, and find the right […]