Gilligallou's Blog

As more and more studies have been performed, it has been found that each migratory species of bird typically has its very own route between its nesting and winter ranges. At one time it was believed that birds tended to follow specific flyways all the way to their final destination, but recent research has shown […]  

This is another common question we field most days in the store; how on earth do I keep the areas around my feeders as clean as possible, and avoid future growth of weeds and other unwanted plant life? It’s a problem that plagues a great number of backyard birders, and can attract some unwanted visitors […]  

Most of us identify prime bird watching season during the spring and summer months, but the fall is sometimes overlooked by many. The early-mid fall season can provide some great opportunities to see new and regular birds alike, and its temperatures can make it a more enjoyable experience for spending long period of time outdoors. […]  

As we roll into fall, you might begin to notice the changing plumage of many of your backyard birds, particularly those of the males of the species. The process of which birds “shed” their old, dead feathers in order to grow new ones is the act of molting. This process, while seemingly easy on the […]