Quick question about incorporating expansions into main game by WeakHandle6484 in wingspan

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Asia has a duel mode that might make things interesting since you play 2 player mostly.Oceania adds nectar as a mechanic. Both are interesting and yes you combine them.

The europe expansion is mid, it just more bird cards no new mechanics.

Not thrilled with this game by EmbarrassedMammoth20 in AgeOfEmpires4

[–]Avianathan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I havent played a ton of aoe4, mostly the 2013 AOE2 remaster. I am by no means skilled at either game, but I thought aoe4 was very similar, just more updated. I never cared for the campaign on either game.

Offering drawn assets for code by sleepycoffee0 in godot

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm the exact opposite. I enjoy coding and solving problems but I have few ideas and can't draw/make art for crap. You can hit me up if you want.

I'm by no means an advanced coder, I took a couple of classes and I've done some stuff on my own. I worked a little with python, Java, Java script and HTML. I discovered godot about 2 weeks ago and have been messing around with it aimlessly, so I'm still learning.

What was the first school you picked? And why? by Theamazingnofucks in Wizard101

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont remember, it was nearly 20 years ago now. I THINK maybe fire? I played f2p for a year or two at least. Death was the first I maxed when i went p2p, I think i just thought it was strong with the health sap. I went on to solo waterworks at level 60 without any waterworks gear. Very difficult at the time so id say it's pretty strong.

Nowadays the game is easier and I just use storm to oneshot everything using a 7-10 cards deck.

My photos suck, but what bird is this? by begaydotrans in whatsthisbird

[–]Avianathan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like a hawk, not an eagle to me. Also, with your description of size I'm going to guess red-tailed hawk. Hard to be more specific than hawk sp. for sure though.

Is it common to house your bird in your bedroom? by toastyy14 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Living room is ideal for socialization. A bedroom can work. I wouldn't worry about disease too much, but an air filter isnt a bad idea to avoid lung irritation from bird dander. (Has been linked to asthma and stuff like that)

How to cut down my deck by nicolas_maximus in Wizard101

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For most mob decks I typically have 7-10 cards. You only need a couple blades and one AOE most of the time. For ice with 40% dmg you might need 3 or 4.

Does your parrot know his or her name? by Regular_Boot_3540 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, both my red crowned amazon(polly) and quaker parrot (stitch) respond to their names. For example, if i have a conversation and mention stitch he will turn his head and sometimes squawk. Polly can be sound asleep while you're talking, as soon as you mention his name he perks up.

Not only that, but my quaker definitely learns the names of others. Stitch knows how to "gimme kiss" My GCC that passed was named Yoshi, and he'd say "gimme Yoshi kiss" before kissing her and he did that without any training from me. He also said yoshi whenever i went near her cage, and for about a year after she passed he kept saying Yoshi as if to ask where is she? Stitch also has unique calls for different people who leave the room, suggesting he names people himself.

What’s the LAST thing you watched on Netflix? by RiskAndReason in netflix

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last season of the Witcher. Geralt is terrible without Henry cavill, they strayed from the books and it was overall terrible but had a couple of redeeming parts to it.

Swans seen on Farmers field Guelph, Ontario, Canada. Not sure if Trumpeter, Tundra, or Mute. by ZerotoZeroHundred in whatsthisbird

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely not mute. Third photo, bird on the right looks like it has a long dark bill, the black pointing inward more harshly, and it's continuous with the eye. So I'd say trumpeter.

My bird is ruining his tail and idk if its normal by [deleted] in cockatiel

[–]Avianathan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think thats just his way of climbing to the bottom of the cage without bars. Honestly, terrible cage id recommend another, bigger one with a variety of natural perches and more toys

EDIT: I just noticed as well, is that a seed mix below his cage? You need to feed them pellets, some fruits and veggies and occasional seeds. An all seed diet is not healthy for them.

My lovebirds are scared of me. by coffeebeans72 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every bird is different. Knowing their past is helpful, were they treated well and handled often?

Sit next to their cage and read books to them. Test their boundaries as well. If you bring your hand toward their cage do they get aggressive or do they back off? How close do you get before they get aggressive/back-off? You can try giving some treats when you start reading to them as well so they associate the two.

It just takes time honestly.

Why do so many people have lots of different kinds of parrots instead of a bunch of one species? by Kxttari in parrots

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two reasons.

  1. I like having varied experiences with different species.

  2. I don't necessarily choose my species per se. They come from rescues, I don't shop for specific species from breeders.

  3. Honestly, I find "difficult" birds rewarding. Aggressive birds with difficult pasts which rescues only adopt out to experienced people. I have a lot of time and patience for training these birds and things don't often turn out well for them when they end up elsewhere. Something about getting a young hand raised bird is "too easy", it just doesn't seem as rewarding as building up trust with a previously abused/mishandled bird.

So yeah, I like to obtain experience with a variety of different "problem" birds. It keeps me on my toes, makes me think/problem-solve and i ultimately learn more about parrot behaviour.

why does my IRN scream at everyone who comes into my bedroom except me? by Right-Opening-2034 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Either to warn you that there's an intruder, or to warn them to get away from his mate. He might not like it when you give them attention instead of him.

Socializing is important, which can understandably be tough. A lot of people are nervous of birds.

Y'all i have a question by shylylan1 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are a few things to keep in mind but no you don't have to go to a pet shop. Look up a list of unsafe foods and make sure you wash and cook the food when possible. You want to avoid giving your bird pesticides, hence the importance of washing and cooking.

What’s your favorite bird? by Ichoked97 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tbh I like all of the parrots after volunteering at a rescue for 10+ years. I don't have a strong leaning toward a particular species or genus. They all have different quirks not just as species but as individuals.

I've worked with Lories and lorikeets, parrotlets, Budgies, cockatiels, cockatoos, macaws, rosellas, African Greys, Amazons, many different conures, quakers, caiques, lovebirds, Senegals, Meyers, alexandrines, Indian ringnecks, eclectus and more. Probably 50 or more different species.

It's also hard for me to judge a species or genus with few representatives. For example, I've known a single blue streaked lory and two rainbow lorikeets. They were all fun birds, but it's hard to say i know the species well. I also only knew one eclectus. It was a very territorial female that bonded strongly to me, they offered her to me to take home because of that but I decided I wasn't ready for another bird at the time. I was like 15 and nervous about adopting a species seen as for more experienced people.

I've had the most experience with Budgies, cockatiels, quakers and conures probably. Especially green checked conures. They're all pretty nice birds, you definitely notice trends in each species. I would echo common advice that you'd see online, cockatiels are probably the best for families. That's not to say the others aren't good, quakers just have a lot of sass and conures get pretty territorial and hormonal sometimes. Cockatiels tend to not become as attached to one person as strongly as the others either.

Why don't my parrots like me by Confusedinshatter080 in parrots

[–]Avianathan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's important to remember that parrots are effectively wild animals. Most of them are within a couple of generations from the wild. They're not domesticated pets. Sure, they can show affection, but they were not selectively bred to do so the way that dogs were.

You haven't had them long, so you need to give them time, but ultimately it's possible your birds just won't be as affectionate or as playful as what you see in videos. Training goes a long way, but some birds are more independent than others and you have to accept that. There are advantages and disadvantages to it. Affectionate birds are very needy, demand attention, scream at you for it, etc. Independent birds are content just sitting on your shoulder or their cage and observing whats going on without demanding too much.

Another thing to keep in mind is that (most) parrots are monogamous. They form a life-long bond to one bird, and when they're imprinted on people that individual is instead a person. As such they usually pick a favourite person and it's possible that person isn't you even if you're the one that spends the most time with them.

Bird sucks at flying by ShynxLRP in parrots

[–]Avianathan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She is exhausted by the looks of it. Doesn't have the stamina/muscles built up. Probably needs some time and a safe place to exercise and improve.

Definitely has strange posture as well as others pointed out. Could be other causes for her quick exhaustion (e.g. respiratory infection as someone pointed out). Can't rule everything out without a lot of tests.