![]() This biological relation to other cockatoos is further supported by the existence of at least one documented case of a successful hybrid between a cockatiel and a galah, another cockatoo species. The cockatiel is now biologically classified as a genuine member of Cacatuidae on account of sharing all of the cockatoo family's biological features, namely, the erectile crest, a gallbladder, powder down, suppressed cloudy-layer (which precludes the display of blue and green structural colours), and facial feathers covering the sides of the beak, all of which are rarely found outside the family Cacatuidae. Cockatiels are native to Australia, favouring the Australian wetlands, scrublands, and bushlands. It is, therefore, now classified as the smallest of the Cacatuidae (cockatoo family). It was previously considered a crested parrot or small cockatoo however, more recent molecular studies have assigned it to its own subfamily, Nymphicinae. The cockatiel is the only member of the genus Nymphicus. As a caged bird, cockatiels are second in popularity only to the budgerigar. They are prized as household pets and companion parrots throughout the world and are relatively easy to breed. “There’s already been two sightings in the last six months of juvenile males, which are possibly scouting potential sites for feeding, and they’ve both been luckily close to areas where we’re rolling out the project.The cockatiel (Nymphicus hollandicus), also known as weiro bird, or quarrion, is a bird that is a member of its own branch of the cockatoo family endemic to Australia. The new habitats would be an “insurance policy” for the population, Woodroffe said. Then they find landholders happy for them to use large swathes of their land to plant trees. They have been collecting seeds from different temperature and rainfall zones to buffer against “whatever climate change brings”. Woodroffe said they picked sites based on proximity to the island and the needs and preferences of glossies. The different sites should help the glossies chance on a new habitat if they make the 14km flight from Kangaroo Island. If the plan succeeds, there will be a dense cover of sheoaks within five years. They will plant 19,000 trees across three sites – drooping sheoaks for food and eucalypts such as river red gum and pink gum for nesting hollows. “Greening Australia and WWF are rebuilding quality habitat and we’re really excited that this could potentially bring glossy black cockatoos back to the mainland,” he said. The WWF Australia forests program manager, Ben Sanders, said only about 2% of the original 22,000 hectares of sheoak woodland remains on the Fleurieu. But against all expectations, in 2020 there were 454 birds. In 2019, bushfires destroyed more than half of the sheoak feeding habitat and almost four in 10 nesting spots. The population slowly built up to more than 350 by 2016. In the 1970s much of the glossies’ SA habitat was cleared for development.īy 1995, when recovery efforts began, there were just 158 birds left. They feed almost exclusively on the seeds of the drooping sheoak and nest in hollows in eucalyptus trees. ![]() ![]() The SA subspecies is smaller than those on the east coast, has a more bulbous bill and is endangered whereas the others are listed as vulnerable. They are vulnerable to habitat destruction through development and flooding, the possums that eat their eggs and young chicks, and threats from galahs, little corellas, sulphur-crested cockatoos and feral honeybees. Young birds have yellow spots on their heads, breasts, bellies and flanks.īird pairs mate for life and raise just one fledgling a year. ![]() The males have red or orange stripes on their tails and the adult females have yellow patches on their heads. Glossy black cockatoos are the smallest of Australia’s black cockatoo species. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup “If we plant it, hopefully they will come, make little cockatoo babies and then spread out and multiply,” the Greening Australia senior program officer, Andrew Woodroffe, said. Now, Greening Australia and the WWF Australia are planting almost 20,000 trees in the hope of tempting the birds across Backstairs Passage to the Fleurieu Peninsula. Glossy Black-Cockatoos are less gregarious and quieter than their Yellow-tailed or Red-tailed relatives and generally travel in small groups of two or three. For now, the SA subspecies of “glossies” exists only on Kangaroo Island, where it rose from the ashes of the 2019-20 bushfires that destroyed much of its habitat. ![]()
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![]() ![]() I made this meal because I wanted to see how similar I could get it to the frozen version using less ingredients, some also being healthier for the heart and lower in sodium.Īs a recap, the main differences between the frozen and homemade version: I didn’t remake this particular meal to see if it would taste better. ![]() How the heck would it be at the top of the frozen list all this time if it didn’t? I figured that the frozen version would taste good. This is a the final product after cooking and adding the sauce to the Trader Joe’s chicken. I wanted to be fair and use the same oil to cook both. This first picture is the chicken, frozen, getting ready to cook for a few minutes in avocado oil. This next picture is the frozen Trader Joe’s chicken. The colors of the sauces came out pretty similar, while mine tastes more orange-y and less sweet than the frozen sauce, probably because of the actual orange juice and real orange zest added to it. The chicken consistency is obviously very different. I will show you the frozen item close up as well. I meant to take more still pictures of the sauce, and other items, but those are all in the recipe story on Instagram instead.īelow is a close up of the final homemade product. Cornstarch is what ultimately helps to thicken the sauce and coat the chicken.Īlso, using fresh green onion adds some flavor as well as color to the dish. Using items like LIGHT soy sauce helped with the sodium content. Below are the breasts cut into pieces and seasoned with salt and pepper before cooking in avocado oil in my cast iron skillet.īelow are a few other items I used for the sauce, which, as usual, was the part I was most skeptical about creating. I know chicken thighs are richer in taste, but I wanted to see how this dish would taste with a lighter, leaner meat. One of the changes I made was I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into pieces instead of chicken thighs. I knew I could find a way to make this dish still taste delicious, but use less ingredients and potentially use some healthier ingredients as well. The ingredients aren’t horrendous, but the added soybean and vegetable oils, flour, egg and of course, the use of chicken thighs over chicken breasts are going to make this dish inherently way more fattening. ![]() The moment I laid eyes on it, I knew it was my next remake.ĭid you know the Mandarin Orange Chicken is the best selling frozen item from the popular supermarket chain? Well, now you do! I had never tried it, so I was curious to do so. I didn’t see anything in the sweet section that was very inspiring to me, but I did see a popular savory item. Full disclosure, desserts, like pies and cakes, are cool to look at, but certainly not my strong suit. This week on my Trader Joe’s recipe remake, I initially started out thinking I was going to find a dessert to copycat. ![]() ![]() ![]() Single-bit hatchets can also be used like conventional hammers for a variety of bushcraft tasks (like pounding in tent pegs), making them incredibly versatile. Hatchets are the smallest type of axe, designed for one-handed use with a handle smaller than 14 inches. Both small and standard axes are designed to be used with two hands. Small axes (also called “camper’s axes” or “boy’s axes”) have 14-inch to 28-inch handles. Full-size, or standard, axes have 28-inch to 36-inch handles. Within those two categories, three subcategories are based on the axe’s handle size. Double-bit axes have two cutting blades, one on each side of the metal head. Single-bit axes are considered the “standard” axe style and consist of a metal head on top of a handle, with a cutting blade on one side and a flat or rounded hammering surface on the other. There are two main categories of axes: single-bit and double-bit. How easy it is to perform each of these functions will largely depend on the type of bushcraft axe in use. cutting and breaking through ice to access fresh water.chopping logs into manageable sizes prior to splitting.Purposeīushcraft axes are most often used for chopping down (or “felling”) trees and/or splitting firewood. The purpose of the axe and its type, size, and weight all influence whether a particular axe is the right choice. There are a variety of factors that will determine if an axe is suitable for bushcraft. Photo: What to Consider When Choosing the Best Bushcraft Axe ALSO CONSIDER: Snow & Nealley Hudson Bay Axe.BEST LARGE: Fiskars 375841-1001 X27 Super Splitting Axe, 36-Inch.BEST FELLING: Fiskars 375581-1001 Chopping Axe, 28-Inch.BEST SPLITTING AXE: Fiskars X25 Splitting Axe, 28-Inch.BEST DOUBLE-BIT: Estwing Double Bit Axe – 38 oz Wood Splitting Tool. ![]() BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: LEXIVON V28 Chopping Axe, 28-Inch.RUNNER-UP: Estwing Special Edition Camper’s Axe – 26″.BEST OVERALL: Husqvarna A2400 Axes, Orange/Gray.Read on to learn what features to look for as you shop for the best bushcraft axe for your needs, and then discover some of the top-rated products on the market in several categories. You really need an axe with characteristics suitable for bushcraft. It’s neither wise nor practical to pack a full-size splitting maul to chop firewood, but a regular pocket knife simply won’t cut it. Unfortunately, the size and number of tools that can be taken into the woods is severely limited. This crucial task requires the right tools. Among the most essential survival skills are staying warm and building shelter, which often require a plentiful supply of wood that you’ll need to process on your own. Bushcraft, also referred to as wilderness survival skills, requires an extensive amount of knowledge and talents. ![]() ![]() Each upgrade requires the previous Rune in order to obtain the next one. Runes can be obtained by defeating powerful Elite enemies, which are located inside the game's levels. The player can also find multiple permanent upgrades called Runes, which allow for new methods of travel in the game's levels. Inside the dungeons, the player can find hidden Power Scrolls, which increase the Prisoner's hit points and increase the damage of weapons depending upon the tool's classification of Brutality, Tactics, or Survival. The player can reforge weapons during this time, giving the reforged weapons new effects during combat. Between dungeons, the player can obtain a limited number of mutations, benefits which grant unique bonuses to the Prisoner's capabilities that last until they die. Levels are procedurally generated by the merging of predesigned sections in a random configuration, creating dungeons with many different placements of enemies and items. ![]() New upgrade options can be found by locating blueprints inside dungeons, which must be taken out of the level to be collected. These Cells can only be spent at the end of a dungeon section if the player dies before then, they lose all collected Cells. ![]() Cells can be used to purchase permanent upgrades, such as potions that restore hit points or additional weapons that may be randomly obtained during a playthrough. As they explore a series of levels and fight the creatures within, the player can collect an in-game currency called Cells from defeated foes. The game's combat is comparable to the Dark Souls series, with difficult enemies possessing certain behaviors the player can learn, and where frequent player-character death is a fundamental part of the game. When falling from a height, the Prisoner can slam into the ground, allowing them to stun enemies, or allow the Prisoner to fall from heights without getting stunned themselves. Dodging into an enemy's space allows the Prisoner to move through them and attack from behind. In combat, the Prisoner can dodge across the ground to avoid the attacks of enemies, or jump over the attacks. Weapons primarily include swords, bows, shields, and placeable traps that harm enemies that come near them. When the player dies, they lose all weapons and upgrades obtained in a playthrough, excluding a few permanent items. The player controls the Prisoner, an amorphous creature who journeys across an island full of mutated monsters. Gameplay A GIF of the Prisoner using the jump and dodge mechanics to get behind a charging enemy.ĭead Cells is a 2D side-scrolling "roguevania", a combination of the roguelike and Metroidvania genres. By March 2021, the game had sold 5 million copies. The game received positive reviews from critics, who praised its combat style and level design, with specific praise being directed towards the randomized levels and weapons. After release, Motion Twin supported the game with several updates and expansions. ![]() A version for PlayStation 5 was added on June 29, 2023. A mobile port for iOS was released on August 28, 2019, and an Android port was released in 2020. The game was released for Linux, macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One on August 7, 2018. They took inspiration from the Engineer character class from Team Fortress 2, and remade Dead Cells into an action platform game where the player would utilize a variety of combinations of weapons and skills. The developers decided to replace the cooperative gameplay of Die2Nite with a single-player experience focused around combat and action. Production of Dead Cells began after Motion Twin planned development for a follow-up to their previous browser game Die2Nite. A currency called Cells can be collected from defeated enemies, allowing the player to purchase permanent upgrades. Dead Cells features a permadeath system, causing the player to lose all items and other abilities upon dying. The player gains weapons, treasure and other tools through exploration of the procedurally-generated levels. As the Prisoner, the player must fight their way out of a diseased island in order to slay the island's King. ![]() ![]() The ferry only takes 5 minutes & costs less than 1 euro each way. ![]() If your main interest is kitesurfing why don't you stay on Antiparos instead? It is a beautiful place much nearer to the kitesurfing & the ferries run from Pounta to Antiparos till after dark. There is no fun at Pounta, especially if you miss the last bus!!! It is about 6 miles from Naoussa to Parikia & about 3 miles from Parikia to Pounta. Naoussa in September - transport from ferry & restaurants Sep 16, 2023. The best way to do it it hire a moped / scooter or car & make your own way there. Accommodation in Piso Livadi Sep 17, 2023. Feel free to browse to post questions and answers. The buses between Naoussa & Pounta are mush more frequent. Join our lively community of travelers who exchange advice, tips and experiences. You could get a taxi between Parikia & Pounta. ![]() These buses do not connect with each other so it may take a considerable time to get there & back. Departure from Naxos Agia Anna: 09:00 and 18:30. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Departure from Paros Piso Livadi: 09:30 and 19:00. To get there from Naoussa would entail getting the bus from Naoussa to Parikia then another bus from Parikia to Pounta. This boat connection was created mainly for locals but everyone can take it. The bus goes from Parikia to Pounta but regularity is seasonal. Paros Tourism: Tripadvisor has 140,696 reviews of Paros Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Paros resource. Pounta is really nothing more than the ferry landing for the island of Antiparos & there is no nightlife there.There is a small cafe & a few rooms but not much else. ![]() ![]() ![]() Do not apply winter tires to only the front axle - this applies to all passenger cars, SUVs and light trucks, including front wheel drive, 4X4 and all-wheel drive vehicles. If winter tires are applied to the front axle of any vehicle, they must also be installed on the rear.Winter tires are best applied to all wheel positions.Some vehicles have specific recommendations regarding winter tires and their usage always check and follow the vehicle tire placard and/or the vehicle owner’s manual. For this reason, winter tires are best applied to all wheel positions. In winter driving conditions, vehicle control - and safe operation - under braking and cornering is especially dependent upon the rear tires. It is important to drive with care, not only on snow and ice, but on dry and wet roads as well. The use of winter tires while improving traction performance in snow and ice - requires special care with regard to acceleration, braking, cornering and speed. NOTE: Winter driving presents special challenges for vehicle mobility. 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NOTE: Verification of the vehicle’s rim size must be completed if the vehicle model is available in one or more ![]() ![]() ![]() Nightlight: Some white noise fans come with integrated nightlights, offering a soft and gentle illumination during nighttime.This feature can be useful if you prefer white noise only while falling asleep. Timer Function: A built-in timer allows you to set a specific duration for the fan operation, ensuring it turns off automatically after a designated period.Oscillation: Fans that oscillate can distribute the white noise more evenly throughout the room, increasing its effectiveness in masking other sounds.This can help you find the right balance between generating white noise and adjusting the airflow to your desired level. Fan Speeds: Evaluate the number of fan speed settings available.Features like built-in handles or foldable designs can make carrying the fan more convenient. 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Decibel Rating: Check the product specifications for the decibel (dB) rating.Adjustable Settings: Look for a white noise fan with adjustable speed or volume controls so that you can tailor the noise level to your preferences.Enhances Concentration: Whether you're studying, working, or engaging in creative activities, white noise fans can block out external distractions and boost your focus, productivity, and cognitive performance.Improves Sleep Quality: The gentle hum of a white noise fan can help lull you into a deep and uninterrupted sleep, allowing you to wake up feeling refreshed and energized.Blocks Distractions: By producing a consistent background noise, white noise fans can effectively mask other disturbing sounds, such as traffic, noisy neighbors, or snoring partners.Promotes Relaxation: White noise fans create a constant, soothing sound that can help relax the mind and body, making it easier to fall asleep or focus on tasks.Ahead, find our recommendations for white noise machines, soothing sound-makers, and even one baby-friendly device that will have your whole household snoring.Read also: 11 Best White Fan for 2023 Benefits of White Noise Fans We scoured Amazon for the highest-reviewed, most-ordered, and best-loved machines. There are an overwhelming number of sound machines to choose from, and we're here to help. Now, all that's left is to find your custom, relaxing sound. The results are in: White or ambient noise can help you sleep. A sub-study also monitored subjects who reported trouble sleeping at home in those cases, patients reported a subjective increase in sleep quality. Whether it's the sound of waves crashing or a far-off rainstorm, subtle, low sounds can serve as a pre-recorded lullaby.Īccording to a 2017 study in Frontiers in Neurology, healthy subjects exposed to broadband sounds like white noise enjoyed a 38 percent reduction in sleep onset latency, or the time it took them to fall asleep. As anyone who's ever fallen asleep in front of an old Friends rerun can tell you, there's just something soothing about ambient noise. ![]() But there's one tried-and-true solution that you've probably encountered since childhood: white noise. From weighted blankets to bed-in-a-box mattresses, our tech-optimized world seems to keep coming up with ways to help us get better sleep. ![]() ![]() Snagit succeeds at being a complete screen capturing solution: you get to capture both screenshots (including menus or entire webpages, on the spot or with a small delay) and videos (with your screen activity or with the images captured by your webcam). Powerful screen capturing tool that includes editing and sharing capabilities Noteworthy is that Snagit allows you to connect to various online account in order to quickly upload the final projects from within the application: this makes the entire procedure extremely straightforward. When dealing with video content, all you can do is preview the recording and cut a specific portion. Moreover, you also get to apply color filters, edge effects, and more. The Snagit image editor includes a collection of simple tools that can be used to highlight certain areas, to write down text, to erase certain elements, and much more. Snagit automatically sends the captures to the processing window but that does not obstruct you workflow in any way: if you are already satisfied with the result, simply select one of the many image or video sharing solutions. At the same time, you can also make use of the already defined hotkeys.Īll you have to do is select the capture type via any of those controllers, and highlight the area you want to record. Via the app’s Preferences window you can quickly decide to keep only one of them enabled. 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You may be tempted to buy a list with names and emails of members of your target demographic. You own your email list-no social media algorithm or keyword bidding will change who you can target, when you can contact them, or what kind of content you can send them. ![]() By integrating drip marketing tactics into your email marketing strategy, you can target customer segments with customized campaigns designed to make them repeat customers. Unless you collected their emails without their knowledge (not recommended-or legal), you can feel confident that everyone on your list wants to learn more about your offerings, or at least thinks it's worth it for whatever you're offering in return. It reaches parties who are already interested. While you should allocate enough resources to make your newsletters and other targeted email content shine, email marketing is a relatively inexpensive way to reach your audience. 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