Gilligallou's Blog

As we approach the fall season, this is a great time to get out and have a look at some hawks and other birds of prey, especially those about to embark on their migration routes. Down on the north shore of Lake Erie, thousands of birds of prey pass through on their fall migration, typically […]  

A striking, yet declining sight to behold, the prothonotary warbler is a beautiful yellow and orange coloured bird that unfortunately has become endangered. Much like many other warblers, this warbler is a small songbird that calls the eastern United States and some of southern Ontario home during the summer months. This warbler is one of […]

While we love our small birds like warblers, finches and wrens, there is nothing quite like the sight of a large bird of prey in-flight or taking up a perch. Our fascination with large birds like hawks stems from their majestic appearance, hunting prowess and elusive behaviours. What is thought to be the most common […]  

As we approach the Labor Day weekend, it is a sure sign that summer for the most part, is surely coming to close. For birders, this can be somewhat bittersweet as we also prepare to lose many of our backyard visitors we have grown accustomed to having around during the spring and summer. This being […]