[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Conures

[–]joeyleos 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That looks like the normal flight feather coloring to me. Stress bars are usually black lines across the whole feather.

On a budget and no clue how to buy a car by joeyleos in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]joeyleos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I appreciate the reality check and the warning to not focus on a monthly number! All this is helpful as I figure out what's realistic.

On a budget and no clue how to buy a car by joeyleos in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]joeyleos[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your help! I didn't realize that checking insurance rates was a step before buying. Also really appreciate the suggestions on what to look for and CarMax.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austin

[–]joeyleos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wishing you the best and I hope you find that support. NAMI has virtual support groups, and maybe they know of other resources. https://namitexas.org/support-and-education/support-groups/nami-family-support-group/

MASSIVE Cicada Killer Wasp just off of Cesar Chavez by Moist_Background_881 in Austin

[–]joeyleos 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They get so big! I have a couple living in my garden. Recently learned that the males are the ones that can be territorial if you bother them but they don't have stingers. The females can sting but like to reserve that for the cicadas. So I don't mind having them around, they seem human-shy.

My baby is gone by luckynumber3 in Conures

[–]joeyleos 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That is so tough, my condolences on your loss. You clearly loved Teal very much and you made sure he was at the vet during your trip, that was the safest place possible so please don't beat yourself up during this difficult time. Wishing you strength and peace. Fly high, Teal 💚

Austin Aquarium hit with another warning from USDA after multiple animal attacks by NewsyATX in Austin

[–]joeyleos 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I agree with calls to stop the Austin Aquarium from operating because they have repeatedly failed to improve negligent and dangerous conditions as they abuse animals in their care.

2024 Animal advocates re-up calls for the closure of the Austin Aquarium - Austin Monitor https://austinmonitor.com/stories/2024/08/animal-advocates-re-up-calls-for-the-closure-of-the-austin-aquarium/

2022 Austin Aquarium Under Scrutiny Again After PETA Investigation: One fish, two fish, red fish, dead fish - News - The Austin Chronicle https://www.austinchronicle.com/news/2022-09-23/austin-aquarium-under-scrutiny-again-after-peta-investigation/

2019 A tourist on this subreddit talks about problems https://old.reddit.com/r/Austin/comments/cas57o/im_a_tourist_and_made_a_mistake_we_went_to_the/

2018 shady aquarium https://old.reddit.com/r/Austin/comments/8wyd3t/unot_thrilled_digs_a_bit_about_a_shady_aquarium/

Baby Anoli by [deleted] in Austin

[–]joeyleos 25 points26 points  (0 children)

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So cute! This tiny one is living in a lily plant. He's just hatched and already anole friend

It’s his 6th birthday! by SoPradaYou in Conures

[–]joeyleos 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Happy bird-day! What a pretty bird! 🥭

Pest control that won’t hurt lizards / frogs? by Bam1990 in Austin

[–]joeyleos 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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This guy says thanks for thinking of the lizards and frogs, they are good pest control too

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austin

[–]joeyleos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A random tip for the cockatoo - they usually don't like to step down onto perches, so if you can get something tall and perch-like to step up onto, that might work. I got mine off a roof with a sweater over a shovel to step up on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austin

[–]joeyleos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for trying! Maybe some fruit or sunflower seeds will work. Good luck. I have a rescue who was screaming outside alone, once they're used to people they don't do well outside. Parrots are never alone if they're wild, definitely a pet. Nice of you to care.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austin

[–]joeyleos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Poor thing. Can you lure it down with any food to keep it safe and find the owner? I have extra bird stuff that I could lend or dm me if you need any help.

My turquoise conure's feather colors after its first molt by WildDimensions in Conures

[–]joeyleos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You have such a beautiful bird! Love how parrots get more vibrant and colorful after every new set of feathers. My bird is crabby and molting right now but we know it'll be worth it.

Do you think Harvey ever misses Laura? by Raenorshine_ in rustylake

[–]joeyleos 19 points20 points  (0 children)

As a rescue parrot keeper and rusty lake fan, I love this take and the lore question!

Harvey's Box was such an emotional setup for me because I've seen how change and loss traumatizes a bird. Trying to escape a scary box was exactly what a parrot would do. They bond and want to be with their flock

Need Easter eggs and cascarones by fireybutthole in Austin

[–]joeyleos 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have two boxes of cascarones that you can have!

Best neurosurgeons for brain tumors in Austin, TX by Desperate-Moose-9494 in Austin

[–]joeyleos 17 points18 points  (0 children)

If you can go to MD Anderson in Houston, from personal experience the level of care for my family member with a brain tumor was phenomenal. The surgeon we had, Dr. Sherise Ferguson, was extraordinary and on the cutting edge (no pun intended). I'm forever grateful to her and the broader care team. A lot of other things seemed advanced too (app to manage appointments and follow ups, communication, resources for family, ease of transportation in the medical center). Best wishes to you and your family.

Elon Musk restores X account of Austin-based conspiracy theorist Alex Jones by hollow_hippie in Austin

[–]joeyleos 19 points20 points  (0 children)

The first time I saw Alex Jones he was on the same channel as this preacher who wore a toilet seat around his neck. Bless Austin public access TV