Triple Q Ranch

07/12/2020

Watch NEOWISE comet

COMET TRACKER UPDATE NO. 2: C/2020 F3 (NEOWISE)

The newly discovered Comet NEOWISE or officially C/2020 F3 is VISIBLE to the naked eye. HOWEVER, due to its current location (very low altitude) and magnitude, this might require a small binocular to observe from light-polluted areas like Metro Manila and the interference of bright twilight.

The position of the comet will continuously move towards the horizon within the next three days, making it more and more difficult to see.

However, it will already be visible JUST AFTER SUNSET starting next week on the northwestern part of the sky. If it maintains its brightness, we will have a better chance of spotting it since it will be moving up from the horizon.

HOW BRIGHT?

It is gradually dimming from its peak brightness. The latest observed magnitude is 1.7 (bright), based on the average observations of Comet Observers Database (COBS), while the estimated magnitude is 3.0 based on NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Horizons (JPL), as of July 10.

HOW TO LOCATE?

The comet is currently located near Auriga Constellation. The altitude or the height of this comet at 4:45 AM is at 3 degrees above the horizon and the azimuth or the direction is roughly 48 degrees (Prefer to use a compass or a tracker.)

WHEN TO SEE IT?

You can observe the comet before sunrise around 4:35 AM to 5:00 AM PhST. This might be a challenge to an observer to spot the comet. The comet will rise at 4:28 (July 11), 4:33 AM (July 12) and 4:40 AM (July 13).

DISCOVERY

It was discovered by NASA’s NEOWISE space telescope last March 27, 2020 and survived its perihelion last July 3, 2020.

HOW TO OBSERVE?

The best way to observe the comet is to photograph it. Although the comet is reportedly visible to the naked eye, the bright twilight will interfere with the entire display. So, we highly recommend to use a good camera, a small binocular or telescope to observe Comet NEOWISE for a remarkable treat!

NOTE: To account for possible changes, we'll be regularly posting updates every 3 days.
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REFERENCES:
[1] HORIZONS Web-Interface. (n.d.). Retrieved July 10, 2020, from https://ssd.jpl.nasa.gov/horizons.cgi
[2] Comet C/2020 F3 (NEOWISE) Information. (n.d.). Retrieved July 10, 2020, from https://theskylive.com/c2020f3-info
[3] Comet observers database. (n.d.). Retrieved July 10, 2020, from https://www.cobs.si/

02/11/2019

Miniature pink potbelly pig is now available! $100 to take home this little male! 🐷

10/11/2018

Great Pyrenees puppies now available! We got both pure breed and mixed breed! Pure breed is pictured. Call (956)463-2124!

07/22/2018

Who cares about summer bods when you’re cute!

06/09/2018

Transferring of “Poultry” or “Hatching Eggs” without a VALID Pullorum-Typhoid Status is in violation of 18 Tex Reg 7922 section 162.10 and subject to penalties under section 162.7.

We are certified to PT test chickens! If you want to sell or transfer chickens or hatching eggs, give us a call. We will be available all summer!

12/30/2017

New puppies!

09/14/2017

Like mother, like son!

07/20/2017

Just a reminder we have Great Pyrenees puppies for sale! They make great family pets as well as livestock guardian! They come dewormed, vaccinated, and with a microchip for only $175! Call or text (956)463-2124

06/21/2017

Just a friendly reminder that we still have puppies for sale! Fifteen pure breed puppies available!

05/28/2017

Now selling puppies!! Pure breed Great Pyrenees puppies are $200. They do have some scarring from after birth, though. Also, we have half Great Pyrenees and half Alaskan Husky puppies for only $100! Micro chip registration, shots and dewormers included! Call or text (956)463-2124!

04/28/2017

Mix breed chicks (white leghorn, Rhode Island Red, buff Orpington, and barred chickens) for sale! $1.50 each! Call or text (956)463-2124. Do not private message me. Located in Weslaco.

04/28/2017

Photos from today! Antonio the goose loves the camera! I know there's enough cat pictures on the internet, but our barn cats need some love! Also, some silkie chicks to brighten up your Thursday!

03/15/2017

Have a safe and happy spring break!
-Love, Antonio, the goose and the Quiroga family

12/13/2016

Hens laying but not sitting? Incubator problems? I can hatch up to 24 dozens a week for only 50 cents per egg and an additional 50 cents per chick that hatches. We have about a 90% hatch. Call or text (956)463-2124! Located in Weslaco!

12/12/2016

I have about 100 adult chickens for sale. Breeds include Rhode Island Red, Buff Orpington, and Dominique. The oldest are the Rhode Island Reds and they were born mid January 2016. Prices will vary depending on how many you buy. Trios (one rooster and two hens) will be our sale. Pick up in Weslaco. Call or text (956)463-2124. DO NOT FACEBOOK MESSAGE ME.

10/07/2016

Fresh from the hatcher! Rhode Island Red and Dominique chicks $2 each! Silkie bantam chicks $3 each! Located in Weslaco. Call or text (956)463-2124.

09/08/2016

Meet the flock! Domino, my handsome rose combed Dominique, my silkies and their fluffy butts, and my buff orpingtons!

08/24/2016

It's hatch day!

06/22/2016

Pure breed buff orpingtons and dominiques $1.75 each. Mix breeds (white leghorn, naked necks, Rhode Island reds and more) only $1.50 each! Located in Weslaco. Call or Text (956)463-2124. Will deliver with purchase of 25 or more chicks.

06/20/2016

Half silkie rooster for sale! He is super friendly and likes to sit on people! Great pet for only $5! Call or text (956)463-2124!

06/03/2016

Today is hatch day! Chicks should be dry and ready to go by tonight or tomorrow morning! Mix breeds $1 each and pure breeds (buff orpingtons and dominiques) $1.50 each!! Call or text (956) 463-2124

05/31/2016

Sharing a photo of some of our dogs, Zeus and Bonnie! Not for sale, but they did do some striking poses and it was hard not to take a picture! 🐕🐶❤️

05/19/2016

**SPECIAL*** All new born mix breed chicks only $1 each! From naked necks to Rhode Island Reds and Barred rock mixes! Call or text (956)463-2124

05/18/2016

Great Pyrenees puppy (female) now available for $200! Shots and microchip included! Call or text (956)463-2124

04/26/2016

Chicks fresh from the incubator available every Friday! Mix breed chicks for sale- naked necks, Rhode Island Red, Plymouth Rock and white leghorn mixes are $1.50 each! Pure breeds now available! Pure buff Orpington, silkie bantam and dominiques for $1.75 each!

04/09/2016

This weeks hatch still available! $1.50!

04/03/2016

Had two turkeys born last night!

03/18/2016

Beautiful and friendly hen. Beautiful day on the ranch!