Gilligallou's Blog

Aside from the pure beauty and serenity of the Florida Keys, this chain of tropical islands now offers a little something extra for their winter visitors. With continued increases over the years, the Florida Keys Hawkwatch has broken their own record for Peregrine Falcon sightings at a single monitoring site. Located in the Middle Keys […]  

It is no secret, when we think about the future of our planet and the species inhabiting it, we think about our children. As a whole, we all aim to develop an informed society, especially regarding environmental concerns and often times that begins with educating the adults of tomorrow at a young age. 

The winter season can be an exciting time for birders and offers many of us great opportunities not only to get out and observe some of our favourite birds, but also do our part for toward the research and conservation of our feathered friends. On the heels of the completion of the Christmas Bird Counts […]  

Holding the title for the largest falcon in the world, the Gyrfalcon is a breathtaking sight to behold. This large bird is recognized around the world for its large size and predatory instincts. Long associated with humans, for their stout hunting prowess, this bird is often used in the art of falconry and is recognized […]