Gilligallou's Blog

As spring is beginning to slowly, but surely roll in for most of us, it marks the most exciting time of the year for those of us in the birding community. We care delighted to see and hear the old familiar sights and sounds of spring that include all of our favorite transient feathered friends. […]  

Spring migration is a favourite of many birders, particularly those in northern climates, signalling the changing of the seasons and the influx of warmer weather, green grass and new visitors to our backyard feeders. Fall migration on the other hand can be a more bittersweet migration period for us bird lovers, as we do our […]

Spring marks many things on the bird watchers calendar; the return of our migrant birds along with the courting, breeding and nesting season. Spring brings on the breeding season for most birds as they come together and fertilize eggs. Birds will initially enter a courtship period before finding their mate(s) and while they body parts […]  

The hottest season of bird watching is quickly approaching. Spring and summer bring some fantastic birding outings and sightings, and you will want to make sure you can capture the moment with the perfect camera. We all think our iPhone camera is good enough, but you might be surprised at the quality difference you will […]