The Birmingham Zoo Full Tour - Birmingham, Alabama

[@newaddress456]

This guy did a great job. Starting when I was maybe 10, I have gone there at lest a dozen times. I am 63 now. It is a shame about COVID messing up some of the chances to see more animals.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You very much, I appreciate that. I am really hoping things will continue to improve. It's a real bummer when areas of a zoo are closed and I miss out on seeing animals.

[@newaddress456]

@@TomsRoadTrippin I hope to meet you. I am in Auburn right now. But I do trave to Birmingham on occasion.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

​@@newaddress456have you ever been to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo or Montgomery Zoo before

[@CherokeeBird]

I have lived here in Alabama all my 45 years and have never been there. That is about to change! Great video!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

You should! It's a fantastic zoo to walk around. I'm glad to hear my tour helped you want to visit, Have Fun 😊

[@wisdomseeker3362]

My son and I are going to visit the zoo soon too. The bears looked depressed . I thought the zoo had a gorilla ? 🦍 I also enjoy a nice carousel. They can be so relaxing.

[@rileyrex5403]

@@wisdomseeker3362I believe the gorilla passed away like 10-20 years ago from old age 😅 a jaguar is now there where he was

[@wisdomseeker3362]

@@rileyrex5403 I'm so sorry to hear this. Riley I appreciate you taking the time to let me know. My father passing has been hard on me and I now want to venture out and be with the world and mostly with the animals which my father and I love very much. I know my son and I will have a great time. Thank you.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

Have you ever been to the Alabama Gulf Coast or Montgomery Zoo before

[@1991autumn]

It makes me smile when I hear how you talk to the animals

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'm always speaking softly to the animals as not to scare them. My camera equipment startles them sometimes so I try not to talk loudly.

[@alabamagirl2725]

We were there yesterday. Loved it.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I really enjoyed my visit as well. I tried to capture the experience for those not lucky enough to visit in person.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

Have you ever been to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo or Montgomery Zoo before

[@Cmp-uj3uy]

Thank you Tom! Another great Zoo!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I am glad you enjoyed my tour, Thank You for watching 😊

[@simonj3413]

23:15 the answer is in most cases no, African wildcats are wild animals. Though they are actually the species domestic cats were bred from (that’s why they look so similar!).

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I really like the little cats; most zoo's only have the big cats.

[@williamgrant897]

Thank you for another great zoo. Seemed to be a spacious zoo and animals were displayed very good. My favorite animal is the elephants

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You William, I had a great time at this zoo. I do enjoy the elephant as well but my favorite animals are the Flamingos and Laughing Kookabara.

[@TheRonin2024]

My favourite Animals Are Red Panda, Rhino and Orca

[@kallen5833]

Very Well.

[@LMat_MX]

No it’s not did you see the orangutan enclosure it needs serious work I give this zoo a 3/10

[@ZM19.]

26:32 Great message well done sir.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You, I meant every word. It's a privilege to see these animals.

[@lovebugsg84]

My grandbaby is celebrating her 2nd birthday here.. Keep her hydrated😂🧃🧃🧃🧃🧃🧃🧃🧃🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Happy Birthday to your grandbaby 🥳

[@davidellis4084]

I love the foxie. :) Anther great video.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thanks David 😊 The fox is super cute.

[@noahm398]

Great video!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I appreciate that, Thank You for watching

[@janetmclendon8023]

Hey Tom. U visited Montgomery Zoo yet? Think u will enjoy if u haven't and do!!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I did the same road trip as The Birmingham Zoo. Its a 2-part video that will be out over the next two weeks.

[@janetmclendon8023]

Ok. Thank u!!

[@treys1607]

I recently heard that they shut down their California Sea Lion exhibit and shipped them to the New England Aquarium

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

They are redeveloping the area, hopefully something new will come in their place.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

​@@TomsRoadTrippinI hope so too

[@brandyanderson3522]

I used to work in the elephant department at BZI. I hope Bulwagi, Gadzi, and Luti are doing well.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Do you know which facility they went to?

[@brandyanderson3522]

@@TomsRoadTrippin They are at the Birmingham Zoo. The brothers, Luti and Gadzi, arrived from San Diego Safari Park in 2019. When they were 9 and 10. Bulwagi has been there for over a decade and he's 40. Gadzi was the one who came over. And later was splashing.

[@brandyanderson3522]

I don't know if you got a change to talk with anyone there. But the Birmingham Zoo has a bachelor herd. Where young males can come and learn to be an adult from Bulwagi. Before they go off to other zoos for breeding. This is the only African bull herd in the US. And Denver has the only Asian bull herd. They have already moved 3 elephants out. I can remember where the first went, the second went to Sedgwick. And in 2019 Callie went to Omaha. Where they announced successful one female is pregnant.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Then I got to see them at the Birmingham zoo. It's good they are with other elements.

[@noahroy7313]

Awesome video Tom! Are you ready to read? It’s gonna be a long comment! First of all: this has absolutely nothing to do with the video but nice beard! I know you’ve had it basically ever since I’ve been watching but still. 2:24: NOOO not the reptiles! I understand why but still, I love them! 12:20: not very often the lion fish of all things is a no show! 25:10: Awesome message Tom! These animals are not here to do tricks for you, this is their home! How would you like it if I came in and starting tapping your head and throwing garbage at you? I hated that they were forced to put tarps up for the giant otter’s safety because people kept throwing trash in, jeez! 27:58: I thoroughly enjoyed the train ride Tom! Very relaxing! 34:35: This part of the ride reminded me of Polar Express, when they’re going down the hill to Flat Top Tunnel! If you’ve never seen PE, I highly recommend it, my all time favourite Christmas movie! The rest of my comment is going to be compliments directly towards you my friend, be prepared to smile! Your channel is still my favourite Tom, there are channels that I watch that come close but you are at the top Tom! I sometimes like to think of you as The King. I mean your videos are one of a kind, you do an amazing job! Really like hats off to you Tom! Expect to see me around until the time of this channel has come to set on the horizon! You are awesome Tom! It would be amazing to meet you in real life! Lastly: Sorry my comment is a bit late, just I’ve been busy with my driver’s test coming up, school, cadets, family, KZbin, just trying to juggle it all! Take care Tom, looking forward to your reply and see you Thursday my friend! Oh and thanks for being an essential worker once again! 😃

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thanks for that bit about my beard, I just wish I didn't have so many gray hairs 😋 I was sad the reptile building wasn't open, I thought it was strange that all other building were open. Perhaps they were doing some construction updates to the building. It really does irk me when ignorant people harass the animals by yelling or banging on the glass. They think the animals should be up moving around all the time and not sleeping. I do enjoy the train rides as it brings out my inner child. Plus it lets me get off my feet while I enjoy the behind the scenes and animal habitats. I have in fact watched the Polar Express numerous times so I know that part you mean. It's one of my favorite Christmas movies too. I really appreciate that I'm your favorite KZbinr. I wanted to do my videos different than others that did zoo and aquarium vids. I made my tours complete, they showed everything that the property has to offer. I always enjoy your comments, Thank You Noah 🙂

[@noahroy7313]

@@TomsRoadTrippin Hey! Thanks for the reply Tom! Believe it or not I was checking my phone all day for a reply, I really enjoy talking to you man! Your videos make me feel like I’m there, it’s unreal! It really annoys me how some people act in Zoos! I think they should be in the animal’s shoes ( or paws or claws 😆 ) for a few days! I’ll talk to you in a couple days on your next video man! I hope you had an amazing day!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Sorry it took so long to respond, I was at work all day. I always respond to everyone's comments so I check my comment section each night.

[@noahroy7313]

@@TomsRoadTrippin Completely understand Tom! I am fully aware you work a full time job! Don’t worry about not replying quick enough my friend!

[@TheRonin2024]

Lovely Zoo

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You, it was a very nice zoo

[@TheRonin2024]

@@TomsRoadTrippin yes it is

[@craftyfox1959]

Education and conservation

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Absolutely 😊

[@escaart6145]

Can I get there using Uber, how's the acces, I'll be visiting from outside the US in a few months and wanted to know how safe and easy is for me to get there Thanks in advance

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Uber would be the easiest way to get to the zoo. I hope you have an enjoyable time during your visit 🙂

[@escaart6145]

​@@TomsRoadTrippinthank you so much,my friend!!

[@alexkirchoff307]

Hey Tom do you know when you will be making it to the Midwest

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

It was supposed to be this year, after my dog Toby's accident I had to change my travel destination. I'll hopefully get there next year.

[@treys1607]

Which Midwestern States were u sposed 2 go 2 4 ur Roadtrip b4 Tobys accident

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

@@treys1607 Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

[@treys1607]

@@TomsRoadTrippin did u plan out any specific places 4 ur Midwestern road trip

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

@@treys1607 I was still early in my planning for that trip. There are several zoo and aquarium locations I want to visit as well as several theme parks. Depending on how severe Winter is next year for that area, I'll decide how early I'll go.

[@hollycrossman40]

Hey Tom, I would really love to go to this zoo it's an hour or 2 hours from my house. I don't want to go by myself it's not fun and no one I know likes going to zoos I watched your video to see what it was like there and it looks like a fantastic zoo.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Alabama has several fantastic zoo's to enjoy. I hope you get a chance to go in person someday.

[@fpFPfp918]

It's sad both of those lions have passed since this video was made.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

That is Sad 😥

[@rileyrex5403]

They did not!! They were just relocated to another zoo to live in a bigger enclosure and larger group of males and females!

[@TreySarver-p5x]

Did you hear they're adding a new exhibit called Cougar Crossing

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'm not sure how I feel about a bunch of older ladies looking for younger dudes hanging out at a zoo.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

@TomsRoadTrippin oh I see what you did there

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

@@TreySarver-p5x that actually sounds like it'll be a great addition to the zoo

[@TreySarver-p5x]

@@TomsRoadTrippin I'll say

[@peytonedwards9387]

Was there a aviary if so was it open

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

The lorikeet aviary was open. Do you have two different accounts that you use?

[@peytonedwards9387]

@@TomsRoadTrippin yes i on my iPad and one on my family’s computer

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I had begin to notice some of you comments had the Blue 🔵 while others had a Pink 🔴.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

When you go back to this area do you ever plan to revisit this zoo because they completed their Asia expansion already

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'll work on getting back there, not sure when but during a future roadtrip. Thanks for the update

[@TreySarver-p5x]

@TomsRoadTrippin your welcome also when you get back to that area you should also visit Montgomery Zoo again because they have added some new animals as well

[@peytonedwards9387]

Was the fishing cat out the second time also was the red panda out the second time

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I didn't get to see either of them 😞

[@TreySarver-p5x]

Did you know that they used to have Gorillas here but the last one got transferred to the Riverbanks Zoo

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Yeah they already had an established troop at the riverbanks zoo

[@peytonedwards9387]

Was there a petting zoo if so were you able to pet the animals

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

The goats and sheep were outside but there was a rope blocking access to them. So no touching or feeding.

[@peytonedwards9387]

What exhibits were open and what exhibits were closed

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

The reptile building was the only area closed.

[@peytonedwards9387]

What animals were not out the first time but where our the second time

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

The Jaguar which was fantastic, Fennec Fox and Black-footed cat.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I was able to show a partial view of the Giant Otter my 2nd time around. Other than that I'm pretty sure that's it.

[@Sonyaporter160]

Me and my class are going to it on a Friday

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I hope you had a fantastic time 😃

[@Sonyaporter160]

Yeah but we didn't have time to see some animals like the alligators😔

[@wisdomseeker3362]

​@@Sonyaporter160 Awww...Alligators are one of my favorites . 🐊 I hope your class enjoyed visiting the animals at the zoo.

[@TreySarver-p5x]

Have you ever been to the Alabama Gulf Coast or Montgomery Zoo before

[@peytonedwards9387]

Did you see the sea lion show

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

No shows available due to restrictions

[@TheRonin2024]

Tom Worked so hard for Finding An Otter

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I really enjoy otters 😍

[@TheRonin2024]

@@TomsRoadTrippin yes you do and I was talking about this 40:12

[@peytonedwards9387]

Flamingo feeding and the lorikeet feeding open

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

The lorikeet aviary was open, people could feed them. The Flamingos were out but no feeding available.

[@Arhaangaming-ve3ts]

I went there before

[@peytonedwards9387]

Was there a train if so was it open

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Yes there was a train, I enjoyed the ride too.

[@noahroy7313]

Hey Tom! Is it difficult to put videos together? You know, all things considered, filming, editing etc... Also not sure if you saw it yet but after you read this comment could you check out my other comment on this video and reply if that’s ok? Thanks Tom! Keep up the great content! Really looking forward to your May Road Trip!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Filming the locations takes much more time than what is shown in the videos you see on my channel. As you know from my videos I try to get the best shots of the animals, going back multiple times to get the best view. I am usually looking through my cameras screen so I don't always notice things that viewers notice. The editing process is time consuming, I work a few hours after work each night. Even though this takes a lot of my time, I enjoy visiting places and sharing them with my viewers. My road trip is 14 days away, I am very excited to get back on the road 🚗

[@noahroy7313]

@@TomsRoadTrippin I honestly admire your dedication Tom! You spend hours in some cases at facilities and you have stated before that you work a full time job. And you come home and edit for a couple hours? Like hats off to you man, I guess you could say there’s a lot more to it that meets the eye on the Tom’s Road Trippin Channel! Take care Man! Really, be Safe!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thanks Noah, all the same to you 😊

[@noahroy7313]

@@TomsRoadTrippin Thanks Tom! If I’m allowed to know: How long are your shifts usually for work?

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Usually a 10 hour shift 5 days a week.

[@lindsaydavis5596]

My favorite animal is a Khan the jaguar

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Jaguar is a fantastic animal, I always enjoy seeing them. Good choice 😀

[@treys1607]

The Zoo actually used 2 have Hippos

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Zoo's frequently move animals, some zoo's have better habitats and more space. It's a bummer to see an animal leave your home zoo though.

[@treys1607]

@@TomsRoadTrippin ditto

[@brandyanderson3522]

In 2019 they only had one, so not sure what happened to that one. Unfortunately Tadpole passed away in 2020

[@treys1607]

@@brandyanderson3522 they moved the Hippo cuz they needed 2 expand the Rhinoceros exhibit

[@rhondadickerson7604]

Omg

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I hope that's a good Omg 😲

[@kallen5833]

Facemask don't work.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Be that is it may, if it's required to be worn during my visit, I'll wear one.