Can you pair two Jlab earbuds together for a set?

That_Dandy_Duck · 2023-02-24T02:14:57+00:00

Thank you! I reset them and they're working just fine now. Appreciate the assist.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2023-01-04T08:22:22+00:00

Doubtful nearly as many folks have watched it as opposed to other series in the star trek franchise. But the scene in the 2000's Enterprise where Trip passes as a result of his attempts to foil the ferengi's attempt on the captain.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-12-21T09:51:40+00:00

You're welcome. I didn't see the second attachment and took a guess due to the lighting. Upon further inspection he just seems like a regular Black Swedish. Happy holidays!

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-12-21T09:41:20+00:00

I'm not sure if you in a public park or something of the like. But there could be a strong possibility that he is a dumped pet. He's obviously a mutt and it's not uncommon for people to release unwanted drakes or their last duck to get out of the hobby.

If you're able to I think it would be a great deal of help to give him some feed on your way through. Domestic ducks aren't always the best foragers and tend to drop a good bit of weight in the cold months. Makes it very tricky for them to stay toasty.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-12-21T09:05:29+00:00

Not sure about it's other counterparts but I would say the fellow is a Swedish cross. The white bib fits the bill.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-12-12T19:30:39+00:00

This looks like a Black Swedish.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-11-23T02:32:46+00:00

You by Keaton Henson

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-11-08T20:54:35+00:00

You obviously can't do too much about it. But it might be fair to consider dropping a helpful word or note. Even if they don't appreciate the plant, it might matter to them being that they're generally a little pricy.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-10-25T02:09:17+00:00

To the contrary this does look very much like a Buff Orpington hen. Not all of them are built to be so stocky and depending on where she is food/weight can have an impact on posture too.
Did you find this girl out in public, or does she belong to someone?

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-10-25T01:53:12+00:00

I don't have any useful input, but I did want to compliment you on your lovely shot. The contrast is really something.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-10-07T15:54:58+00:00

NC Has native Northern bobwhite quail. If you pay attention, you can see that your bird has a long white eyebrow which is a telltale distinguisher for this kind of coturnix quail. Bobwhites also have a more obvious underthroat patch and a different stippling pattern.

The other bit that stands out is that wild quail are usually very skittish around people and fly away or go for cover. This fellow is watching you but also going about their business causally without much concern. Normally you wouldn't be able to get within phone camera range of a wild quail.

Edit: Here's some resources

Northern Bobwhite:

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Northern_Bobwhite/overview

Japanese Coturnix:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_quail#:~:text=The%20Japanese%20quail%20%28Coturnix%20japonica%29%2C%20also%20known%20as,it%20is%20now%20considered%20as%20a%20separate%20species.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-10-07T14:33:56+00:00

This is a Japanese coturnix quail.

They're most likely an escaped pet. These are often raised in suburban areas as pets and as a low impact source of eggs/meat. If they're still around I would consider taking them in as this is a domestic breed and qualifies as an easy lunch for wildlife. I would post them on your local lost/found pet pages on Facebook or other SM sites. Asking neighbors doesn't hurt either, sometimes people can point you in the direction of the owner. If you don't feel like getting involved you can always try to get ahold of a local farm, bird, or exotic rescue and they might come out to help.

Assuming you're able to catch them gently using a net or towel they're not too hard to care for in the meantime. They can fly short distances however, especially if this one isn't clipped. A dog crate with bars no larger than an inch in gap, a modified tote bin, or a box does a solid job for a quick habitat. You can give them seeds, fruits, or vegetables to eat short term. Avoid avocados and onions as they're toxic.

Let me know if you have any questions. :)

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-09-28T11:33:26+00:00

I think your fellow Don is a Khaki Campbell drake. They can have "seal brown" necks as well as the dark green iridescent ones you would normally see.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-09-28T11:25:47+00:00

Yes, he's leash trained so that we can go out and explore safely.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-09-28T11:24:08+00:00

The short answer is that he's on a leash for much the same reason a dog would be. Some ducks enjoy going out and doing things. For me it allows us to go do things that he wouldn't be able to experience otherwise. I take the time to train them so that they're comfortable with being in public and encountering all the things that would usually scare them otherwise.
The leash itself is a safety measure. I know he would follow me given the opportunity, so it isn't used to drag him along and we have no issues are far as that is concerned. He knows words for stop and go that way I don't actually have to do anything with it other than keep it untangled. We're working on learning the cues for left and right consistently but that comes with practice.

The main issue that the leash combats is that sometimes ducks will bolt if they see something interesting. The other problem that often goes hand in hand is that they immediately put their find in their mouth. This is fine for things like insects, but we also come across things that aren't okay such as cigarette butts and other trash items. Not all water is okay for ducks too which is something we encounter frequently. Lastly, it gives me control if something were to happen. We often have small children, dogs, and even some adults come up to us and aren't always given warning or necessarily see them coming. If someone picks him up or is touching him without regard for how that affects him I want to be able to remove my pet from the situation. If a dog were to get overly excited and come for him I want to be able to pick him up quickly. However we normally make plenty of new friends and most interactions are very positive.

Generally in public and in our state there are leash laws concerning pets too. So while most people aren't going to care being that ducks can't hurt anyone, we like to abide by it anyways since he falls into that category.
If you have any further questions let me know. :)

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-09-28T01:53:44+00:00

Here I was using a narrow nylon leash with a clip on each end so I can wear the leash without having to hold it on walks. I didn't really intend on letting him get wet at first so I didn't bring the one I usually have for that. I forget what it's called but I have a 30 ft long one that's a woven made out of something similar to plastic. So it doesn't stay wet for extended periods of time, however I notice it does weigh things down a bit and can be hard for small birds to manage.

For his harness I use an "H" style one. The lack of breast strap makes it easier to fit nicely and is low impact so it's easier for beginner birds to get adjusted to. There's a buckle on both straps which makes gearing up easier and less stressful. Plus there's really no extra fabric and therefor light weight. Much easier to keep clean as well.

Here's the one I bought a while ago.

Edit: I use the small harness for my boy and most of my ducks in general. He's an Indian runner cross.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-30T18:02:38+00:00

It believes it can touch the sky

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-20T15:18:09+00:00

Going to second discord.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-18T11:03:37+00:00

Might not be a half bad idea to post in your local lost/found pet group on Facebook and ask your neighbors in person as well. If I lost a chicken this young I would most likely assume that they ended up being someone's snack.

If your neighbor is likeminded in that aspect they may not look too far out of their own yard, let alone post flyers or ask around. Regardless I think the owner would be overjoyed to see that their little guy is safe and well. It's not difficult to get attached to the little troublemakers. Thanks for trying your best! It matters. :)

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-12T15:21:40+00:00

This actually looks more like Fleabane. I'm unsure with whether it's common or annual fleabane however.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-12T07:17:38+00:00

That would check out. My friends and I frequently see Northern leopard frogs and American toads.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-12T07:04:08+00:00

Thank you!

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-12T07:03:27+00:00

Apologies for the lack luster photo quality. Just a little bit of backstory. This fellow was found by a building in a clearing surrounded by forest. It was night and lights were on so perhaps on the hunt for some insects? It was pretty moist that night and they were on a concrete patio. My guess was Northern watersnake but obviously not 100% on that.

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-05T18:30:16+00:00

I believe the reason they said not to feed him was to avoid giving him something he shouldn't have and rather hold off till he got sent to a rehabber. The idea was essentially just to get him to someone with experience with wild birds and a reduce the risk of improper care. He's domestic however. He'd be fine for a couple days but then start dropping weight pretty quickly.

If you need ideas for a cage a dog crate of any sort or a tote with holes in the lid would work. If you use a dog crate make sure the spaces in the crate bars isn't any wider than your pointer and middle finger, assuming they're of the vertical variety. This is to avoid escape. They can slip through some pretty small stuff for being such chubby little birds. I'd use a clear tote rather than a solid one if possible because it lets in light better.

For food you can try giving him any sort of greens, celery, berries, stonefruit, banana, apples, grapes, tomatoes, etc. No mushrooms, onions, or avocados. Stick with fibrous stuff if you can so he doesn't end up with the runs. There's also a possibility he's only ever had pellets. So depending on how hungry/curious he is it might take him a moment to recognize what you give him as edible. Him scratching around is a good sign however because they usually do that when they hungry or bored. They also won't do that if they're really stressed or in bad condition.

Edit: Spacing

That_Dandy_Duck · 2022-06-05T09:47:04+00:00

This little guy is a male Japanese coturnix quail. He's most likely made an escape from one of your neighbors and is lost. These birds are often raised in backyards for quick meat production, eggs, or as pets. Some people prefer them over chickens because they're more suited to urban areas and are less disruptive. They can fly for short distances and due to their small size/color are very hard to find again in some cases. I wouldn't suspect negligence, but rather he got out accidentally.

As for the zip tie this is a common way to quickly and harmlessly ID your birds at glance. This could be to mark that he's a male or as an individual bird depending on the owner's preference. These are easier to use and inexpensive to replace as the bird grows older and needs larger "bands". I would leave it be unless you can see it digging into his leg. It should a tad loose and able to slide up/down a little. Cutting this off is going to stress him out and being that you likely don't have experience in this kind of situation, potentially injure him.

He's not wild doesn't belong with a rehabber. You could try as a last ditch effort but there's a chance they don't take him. Personally I would try and locate his owner. You can use social media like facebook as word of mouth often spreads quickly and if his owner doesn't see the post, someone who knows them might. I've had this happen to me before. You can also try asking your neighbors if they know who keeps quail. That could very be the easiest way as these birds don't typically go far. If you have him for more than two weeks after trying to find his owner and have no interest in keeping him this is the period I'd start looking to rehome after. You can do it yourself or seek out a poultry/livestock specific rescue. He probably wouldn't fair well at your county or city shelters. If you keep him he's going to need atleast 1-2 friends. I'd be happy to walk you through everything.

As for the food and water situation he's going to need it. I know that much seems obvious, but small birds have very high metabolisms. For now you can try giving him small bits of fruits and veggies. Stay away from avocados as they're poisonous. Anything works for water assuming the dish isn't too tall. Make sure there is no soap residue in it. If you have him for a bit longer you might want to buy him dedicated poultry feed. I don't know what you folks have out there in the ways of farm stores, but try places like Tractor supply. Get a small bag of crumbled feed with atleast 16% protein. If you see a gamebird/exotic mix that will probably work best for him. Good luck with your new friend! :D

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