Gilligallou's Blog

We hear it every day in other facets of our lives, slang terms used by folks from all different walks of life. From marketing professionals to farmers to sports enthusiasts, each group of people or professionals seem to have their own quirky words or statements to identify with certain situations, products or people. Bird watching […]  

At the beginning of the month we released an article which highlighted each and every provincially recognized bird across Canada, helping fellow birders identify what species are recognized in their home province. It has long been debated whether or not Canada should have a nationally recognized bird and more importantly, which bird that should be. […]

A common sight to roadside and open spaces in the western United States and Canada, the Western Kingbird is a treat to behold. These large flycatchers feature a stunning yellow belly and a large gray head and are often found perched on fences and utility poles tracking potential prey on the ground below. Traditionally, these […]  

As avid birders, we all love to take steps to transform our backyards into a birding paradise, learning about the different species that visit our feeders and getting out in the field in an attempt at spotting something new. In addition to doing all of your birding in person, there are a number of virtual […]