Aves | (now in ATX)
@imavesy.bsky.social
29/North FL --> ATX (2025)
Botan/horticulturist but this is no professional account lol im a southern ⚦ who runs their mouth
personally Ⓥ (mostly welfarist), spec bio, rewilding+rematriation, supporter of responsible predator-friendly farming
Botan/horticulturist but this is no professional account lol im a southern ⚦ who runs their mouth
personally Ⓥ (mostly welfarist), spec bio, rewilding+rematriation, supporter of responsible predator-friendly farming
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Aves | (now in ATX)
@imavesy.bsky.social
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I’m now in Austin TX due to FL’s anti-trans policies. I had to abandon a huge plant collection 15+ years in making and a position at a large botanical garden in north FL. I’m still looking for decent work and a kind soul with a greenhouse I could use for my rarest plant 🌱
I’m now in Austin TX due to FL’s anti-trans policies. I had to abandon a huge plant collection 15+ years in making and a position at a large botanical garden in north FL. I’m still looking for decent work and a kind soul with a greenhouse I could use for my rarest plant 🌱
gorgeous total eclipse eyes <3
If you've never had a good look at the eyelashes on a greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), check out the second picture. This one practically ran me over but stopped long enough to glare. Photo taken at Tingley Beach, Albuquerque on December 18, 2025.
#nature #naturephotography #birds
#nature #naturephotography #birds
December 19, 2025 at 1:50 AM
gorgeous total eclipse eyes <3
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The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
www.popsci.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
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He's also responsible for raising all the money that paid for bringing Hollingsworth v. Perry & even more importantly Bostic v. Schaefer, which created the circuit split that forced SCOTUS to take on Obergefell v. Hodges. The role he played in American marriage equality cannot be overstated.
The cultural impact of Rob Reiner cannot be understated. Legend isn't big enough a word. It goes to 11. You can't handle the truth. As you wish. I'll have what she's having. I'm your number one fan. You guys wanna see a dead body? The very idea of a bucket list. The West Wing.
All from his movies.
All from his movies.
December 15, 2025 at 3:59 AM
He's also responsible for raising all the money that paid for bringing Hollingsworth v. Perry & even more importantly Bostic v. Schaefer, which created the circuit split that forced SCOTUS to take on Obergefell v. Hodges. The role he played in American marriage equality cannot be overstated.
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A positive note: The 1980s Coastal Barrier Resources Act made “3.8 million acres of barrier islands ineligible for federal flood insurance, discouraging development. Studies since show that has saved taxpayers close to a billion dollars a year.”
Read more at: www.miamiherald.com/news/local/e...
Read more at: www.miamiherald.com/news/local/e...
December 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
A positive note: The 1980s Coastal Barrier Resources Act made “3.8 million acres of barrier islands ineligible for federal flood insurance, discouraging development. Studies since show that has saved taxpayers close to a billion dollars a year.”
Read more at: www.miamiherald.com/news/local/e...
Read more at: www.miamiherald.com/news/local/e...
🌱 wildlife pro tip of the day: when trimming back dead or weak hollow stems of plants leave a few sideways ones a several inches off ground as they’re really good habitat for some chill native bees (eg halictids). Some of the bigger Salvias, Firespike, and blackberry are quite good for this
December 12, 2025 at 11:24 PM
🌱 wildlife pro tip of the day: when trimming back dead or weak hollow stems of plants leave a few sideways ones a several inches off ground as they’re really good habitat for some chill native bees (eg halictids). Some of the bigger Salvias, Firespike, and blackberry are quite good for this
All the ppl who said green flags are cat guys and guys with older sisters are so right my boyfriend has been astoundingly incredible lmao I can’t even take a shower without him doing some random chore I didn’t ask him to do
December 12, 2025 at 10:55 PM
All the ppl who said green flags are cat guys and guys with older sisters are so right my boyfriend has been astoundingly incredible lmao I can’t even take a shower without him doing some random chore I didn’t ask him to do
Keep being pretty damn impressed by fall color in Austin TX despite being in that 8b/9a transition zone.
native Ulmus crassifolia (“Cedar” elm) and Quercus buckleyi trees (Texas red oak)in particular are stunning
native Ulmus crassifolia (“Cedar” elm) and Quercus buckleyi trees (Texas red oak)in particular are stunning
December 12, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Keep being pretty damn impressed by fall color in Austin TX despite being in that 8b/9a transition zone.
native Ulmus crassifolia (“Cedar” elm) and Quercus buckleyi trees (Texas red oak)in particular are stunning
native Ulmus crassifolia (“Cedar” elm) and Quercus buckleyi trees (Texas red oak)in particular are stunning
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Absolutely buzzing over this new video of a rarely seen giant squid
December 7, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Absolutely buzzing over this new video of a rarely seen giant squid
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At the end of each year, FDA releases data on antibiotics sold for use in livestock.
It usually changes a few %. This year, it went up 15.8%.
I was shocked & emailed experts/industry groups. Likeliest explanation per a source: industry is not "being good stewards of antibiotics"
It usually changes a few %. This year, it went up 15.8%.
I was shocked & emailed experts/industry groups. Likeliest explanation per a source: industry is not "being good stewards of antibiotics"
December 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
At the end of each year, FDA releases data on antibiotics sold for use in livestock.
It usually changes a few %. This year, it went up 15.8%.
I was shocked & emailed experts/industry groups. Likeliest explanation per a source: industry is not "being good stewards of antibiotics"
It usually changes a few %. This year, it went up 15.8%.
I was shocked & emailed experts/industry groups. Likeliest explanation per a source: industry is not "being good stewards of antibiotics"
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Honestly I have thought about this quote from @mikeduncan.bsky.social for years relating to this point.
December 12, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Honestly I have thought about this quote from @mikeduncan.bsky.social for years relating to this point.
I jokingly referred to my boobs as chesticles once when I was a 14-year-old trans masc and if i said that around the authors of this list they'd add it
Really says a lot about how extremely online they are that they put "chestfeed" on this list.
December 11, 2025 at 1:08 PM
I jokingly referred to my boobs as chesticles once when I was a 14-year-old trans masc and if i said that around the authors of this list they'd add it
Clavate antenna, a common feature of lepidoptera and coleoptera
you have been visited by the Quail of the Double Top Knot. Like for good luck. Ignore to go fuck yourself.
December 10, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Clavate antenna, a common feature of lepidoptera and coleoptera
Because I'm doing gig-adjacent landscaping work that has inconsistent pay + no benefits as it stands I won't be able to afford insurance next year lol
praying positions in my field open in February. this has been a really shitty year for me, literally moved at worst possible time
praying positions in my field open in February. this has been a really shitty year for me, literally moved at worst possible time
December 10, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Because I'm doing gig-adjacent landscaping work that has inconsistent pay + no benefits as it stands I won't be able to afford insurance next year lol
praying positions in my field open in February. this has been a really shitty year for me, literally moved at worst possible time
praying positions in my field open in February. this has been a really shitty year for me, literally moved at worst possible time
Is there no pushback from health insurers about the end of subsidy? Are they not losing revenue because people will not be buying plans anymore? I'm just flabbergasted there's not yet an extension of ACA. It is politically extremely stupid in a way that I think will actually cost the GOP
December 10, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Is there no pushback from health insurers about the end of subsidy? Are they not losing revenue because people will not be buying plans anymore? I'm just flabbergasted there's not yet an extension of ACA. It is politically extremely stupid in a way that I think will actually cost the GOP
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The bartender at our local brewery said her monthly premium is going from $450 to $1250. Per month. This is more than the increase those of us with employer insurance see when we grumble about premium increases and I need such folks to understand. It is literally unaffordable.
People are going to die because of the pending insurance premium hikes. I know the terrain of discourse is inconsistent and goes through a tumble cycle every 24 hours, but I really think we need to hone in on this reality and drive it home for people.
December 10, 2025 at 3:01 AM
The bartender at our local brewery said her monthly premium is going from $450 to $1250. Per month. This is more than the increase those of us with employer insurance see when we grumble about premium increases and I need such folks to understand. It is literally unaffordable.
im too poor for an allotment so im thinking of just going into [redacted] and remvoing a few large invasives with my saw and doing my native plant garden in the resultant clearing bc literally no one cares and im losing my mind not having an outlet for my number one hobby
December 9, 2025 at 11:36 PM
im too poor for an allotment so im thinking of just going into [redacted] and remvoing a few large invasives with my saw and doing my native plant garden in the resultant clearing bc literally no one cares and im losing my mind not having an outlet for my number one hobby
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every year around christmas time the ballet dancers who play the rats in the nutcracker come out with a series of unexplained banger tiktok videos and anyway this is my favorite part of the holiday season
December 14, 2024 at 5:06 PM
every year around christmas time the ballet dancers who play the rats in the nutcracker come out with a series of unexplained banger tiktok videos and anyway this is my favorite part of the holiday season
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It has just been brought to my attention that the greatest ever video in this genre is, in fact, cat jump fail vs Sail by AWOLNATION...
October 8, 2024 at 5:32 PM
It has just been brought to my attention that the greatest ever video in this genre is, in fact, cat jump fail vs Sail by AWOLNATION...
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I love this random exoplanet youtuber who starts all of his videos like "for those of you who've been living under a ROCK" and then talks about the most obscure shit.
December 7, 2025 at 7:00 AM
I love this random exoplanet youtuber who starts all of his videos like "for those of you who've been living under a ROCK" and then talks about the most obscure shit.
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Think of your favorite celebrity, whether they’re an actor, musician, athlete, whatever.
They’re probably pretty well-off, financially. But they are still closer to auctioning off their possessions to cover medical bills than they are to being a billionaire.
They’re probably pretty well-off, financially. But they are still closer to auctioning off their possessions to cover medical bills than they are to being a billionaire.
James Van Der Beek is auctioning off ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and ‘Varsity Blues’ merchandise to pay for his cancer treatments.
James Van Der Beek Sells Dawson’s Creek Merch to Pay for Cancer Treatment
James Van Der Beek is auctioning off ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and ‘Varsity Blues’ merchandise to pay for his cancer treatments.
www.vulture.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Think of your favorite celebrity, whether they’re an actor, musician, athlete, whatever.
They’re probably pretty well-off, financially. But they are still closer to auctioning off their possessions to cover medical bills than they are to being a billionaire.
They’re probably pretty well-off, financially. But they are still closer to auctioning off their possessions to cover medical bills than they are to being a billionaire.
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Mine is a baker’s assistant!
November 14, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Mine is a baker’s assistant!
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One of the highlights of a short trip to Yunnan last week – the Spot-breasted Parrotbill: an icon for functional morphologists, an insectivore with the 'wrong' beak (stubby like a seed-eater) which nonetheless makes ecophysical sense because it uses bite-force to snip through grass/bamboo stems
November 14, 2025 at 6:38 PM
One of the highlights of a short trip to Yunnan last week – the Spot-breasted Parrotbill: an icon for functional morphologists, an insectivore with the 'wrong' beak (stubby like a seed-eater) which nonetheless makes ecophysical sense because it uses bite-force to snip through grass/bamboo stems