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While most of us are quite familiar with blackbirds in general, the rusty blackbird is not yet a household name. This is due in part to their declining population numbers and remote breeding range. Much like blackbirds we are traditionally accustomed to, the rusty blackbird is of a medium-size with a slightly decurved bill. In […]  

Fall is in full swing and so are the specials at Gilligallou Bird!  As we get ready for the winter birding season, it’s a great time to get out and install new pole systems and stock up on winter season suet to keep your backyard birds full all winter long Here’s what’s going on in-store […] The post Fall Specials – Now Available In-Store! appeared first on The Gilligallou Bird Store | Eastern Ontario's Backyard Birding Specialty Store.

As you continue your journey as a knowledgeable birder, you undoubtedly will dedicate some of your time to learning both the general anatomy of birds, but also will create somewhat of a glossary of terms as you progress. With this in mind, we like to keep this blog fresh with as many resources as possible, […]

Much the same as charities and other humanitarian organizations allow us to sponsor a child overseas, there are also programs that exist that allow avid birders and owl enthusiasts to adopt their very own owl. With the holiday season fast approaching, this might very well be the perfect gift for the bird lover on your […]