Gilligallou's Blog

Each year toward the end of September the Finch Forecast is released brimming full of interesting data and observations across a variety of finch species here in Ontario. The forecast highlights the movements across the finch species with regards to their migration patterns and illustrates where and when they are moving and where they might […]

This year was one for the record books as many of us were treated to multiple sightings of the elegant snowy owl across central and eastern Canada and the American northeast. Observations of the snowy owl this year linked it very closely to the movements of a migratory “snow bird” with reported sightings as far […]  

Spotting an owl in the wild is a coveted sight for most and more and more people today are getting out and going “owling” to try and spot one of these majestic birds in their element. These resident raptors remain in their territory year-round giving you a great opportunity to spot one in your neck […]  

A common bird found year-round throughout the US, parts of Mexico and southern Canada, the White-Breasted Nuthatch can be a vocal addition to your backyard feeders. These small birds typically travel and remain in pairs and often can be seen in larger flocks this time of year as we move into the winter months. This […]