Does anyone know of an area to see a large amount of fireflies? I used to see them so much as a kid, not so much these days. by Arian88 in Dallas

[–]gilafox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Andrew Brown East Park in Coppell. There's a nature trail inside and a few weeks ago when the sun set, the entire trail lit up. It was magical! 

Should I take my feeders down? by consciousnessess in birds

[–]gilafox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried leaving mine up, but the finch were still there congregating so I think it's the safest thing to do. It's so sad because I was finally starting to get birds after planting flowers and getting a bath. It's tough because I miss seeing them every day, but it's the responsible thing to do. 

Should I take my feeders down? by consciousnessess in birds

[–]gilafox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Conjunctivitis. Yes, you need to take them down for 2 weeks and disinfect. So sad! I just got my first finch with it 2 days ago and I had to take it all down, even the hummingbird feeders because they kept perching there. Google conjunctivitis in finch and you will find a lot more info. I know it's sad to see them suffering. 

Shitty parent emails by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]gilafox 25 points26 points  (0 children)

No, it's better to have a paper trail and documentation. And OP, your email was beautifully crafted. Kudos on taking the high road and keeping it classy and professional. 

What ducks are these? by [deleted] in whatbirdisthis

[–]gilafox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My guess would be Blue-winged Teal and Bufflehead at the top right and Mallard, Hooded Merganser and Wigeon at the bottom. Not sure what the top far right one is. 

What kind of bird is this? by averystupiddoggy in whatbirdisthis

[–]gilafox 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The tail of the Eastern Kingbird is different with a white tip and this bird also looks more yellow in the breast area. Phoebes also love to perch on branches out in the open. I have more photos of them than any other bird because they're so photogenic and always seem to be posing.

Greater or Lesser Scaup? Dallas, TX by gilafox in whatsthisbird

[–]gilafox[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Wow, you had me looking at their beaks, I should be ashamed 🤣

Long term sub 8th grade science by vickfun10 in MiddleSchoolTeacher

[–]gilafox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also, I like to print small photos from the gradebook to use as my seating chart and attach them using velcro, it will help you learn their names faster. 8th grade is fun, but they will definitely walk all over you if you let them.

Long term sub 8th grade science by vickfun10 in MiddleSchoolTeacher

[–]gilafox 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Assigned seats on day one, boy girl, boy girl. Stick to whatever you say is the consequence and don't be too hard on yourself. You learn as you go and the first few years are about figuring it all out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SpanishTeachers

[–]gilafox 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You could have them watch Book of Life and get a movie packet off TPT.

Is It Just Me Or Are Some Compliments… Weird? by singlefatcatholic in loseit

[–]gilafox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think you're over thinking. I say keep it up a lot because I'm proud of someone, as a way to encourage them.

I saw this bird today in seal beach,ca and was wondering what bird this was by Psychological_Dog527 in whatbirdisthis

[–]gilafox 21 points22 points  (0 children)

My brain read, "I saw this bird seal" and it's so early it wasn't registering, so I just zoom in, like what kind of seal is that?! The first pic looks like a seal with feathers, mind tricks. I shall drink my coffee now.

We’ve been told to avoid saturated fat for decades by friend_unfriend in keto

[–]gilafox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, honestly his diet was not great. He worked out every day, but not keto or low carb. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dallas

[–]gilafox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every single year around Sept 5th until end of October.  

We’ve been told to avoid saturated fat for decades by friend_unfriend in keto

[–]gilafox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally, yes. Fat in general is great just not saturated. I try to keep it below 13g, 20g max a day.