Ackie Monitor, The Best Pet Lizard?

[@escapingfedsinmycivic]

*"I do blink, we just cut those out because it makes me seem mortal"*

[@leetlebob8203]

F. Marazzi he's lying

[@sanholo1787]

leetlebob no fucking shit

[@ingramalastrine261]

yes, that line made my day XD

[@Snow-vo1yi]

@Alyssa Coon Pretty sure leetlebob just whooshed you. "Hes lying" as in he really doesnt blink.

[@DustyHoney]

Y’all really think he blinks? Smh.

[@jeremybackman2782]

For the person who wants a Komodo dragon but lives in a one bedroom apartment.

[@among-us-99999]

Where’s the problem? The Komodo dragon can sleep in my bed

[@nito2032]

Hey where are the roommates spiky where are the roommate spiky did you eat them From Spikys belly: help us please Spiky: ( in komodo dragon ) no

[@xChijouChanx]

@@among-us-99999 I mean. If you go missing one day....

[@Badateverythingjajajja]

That’s me mate

[@robertnorris8367]

Not really. For their size, Ackies still need huge enclosures.

[@elfmonster1476]

My dream: Step 1. Acquire red Ackie. Step 2. Name him Mushu.

[@leintati]

Just make sure he doesn't throw dishonor on your cow

[@ryanmoynihan3531]

Have a savannah monitor named mushu.. i once to shared this dream..

[@fenelladeans3962]

My Australian water dragon is called Mushu 😂

[@archieackie]

I have a Green ameiva named Mushu! 😁

[@patriciagately1336]

My leopard gecko is named Mushu

[@CatFinder3000]

One of the cons of living in Australia: no imported animals. One of the pros of living in Australia: amazing native reptiles.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Totally agree

[@justaguy7665]

*deadly*

[@mvgikk1969]

other pro: walk outside, find an eastern water dragon in your backyard

[@charlie4112]

@@mvgikk1969 Blue Tongues for me lol

[@rgio1885]

Question. If you were to find, say, a blue tounge in your backyard, would it be legal to try to keep it as a pet?

[@GrahamFox]

upvoting for the quality content: professionally presented with personality, everything i could ever want in the description. why can't all youtubers be like this

[@theminecraftwhisperer995]

Graham Fox agreed

[@herpermike_]

Well, we obviously all enjoy Mr Laidlaw lol! But I'm glad that not all KZbinrs are like this! Diversity is the key to finding what you like and what is best for you lol! But yes, he is great at presenting useful information in a clear and concise way, and he has a great sense of humor that keeps it fun and entertaining as well lol

[@mattwilsonicmat9432]

I cant remember how many times I've watched this video. After watching this I fell in love with this lizard. After couple of years of waiting and doing research. I eventually got one. 7 months into owning and never regret my decision. Thank you clint.

[@Bawookles]

Yeah, I got my Ackie 4 years ago in part because of this video. She's the best pet I've ever had.

[@bigpoppapump8014]

hows it going now?

[@martinkorbel3026]

How its goin now ? Iam curious 😂

[@CommanderWiggins]

I love how you present these videos so professionally, yet you're not robotic or just listing off the facts. You get truly excited about the reptiles in these videos, and you're passionate about sharing them.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you for the awesome feedback!

[@devinross8071]

Is Clint the best reptile reviewer on earth? I think we could definitely make the argument for it. I mean, I have only been watching his videos for a couple weeks but he's gotta be the best, right?

[@KodiGuides]

Comes down to our 5 categories Smart Happyness Presentation Props (animals) And awesomeness , because you woudnt want to watch him unless he was stinking awesome

[@xpandor_6914]

Its gonna come down to our 5 categories, lets start with handleability: Clint gets a 1.5 out of 5 for handleability because he is a person and you shouldnt handle people that much, he does not get 0 though because i bet he wouldnt reject a hug from a fan Our next category is care: for care we give Clint a 2 out of 5, people are very expensive to care for because of bills, a house/rent, food, entertainment, and more. All of this can be very expemsive for the unprepared novice human caretaker For hardiness, our next category: We give Clint 4 out of 5, this is because since humans are warm-blooded temperature is not an issue for them, but they should not be kept at extreme temperature for long. Next is Availability: For availability we give Clint a 0 out of 5, this horrible score is because there is only one Clint out of 7 billion people and he is not available for sale For upfront costs, our next category: we give Clint a 0 out of 5 because humans are very expensive to care for as said before. In total we give Clint a 1.5 out of 5, in general people arent that great as pets; Have a nice day!

[@chamsherp9762]

@@KodiGuides stinking rad you mean

[@tenkarapop383]

@@KodiGuides and we give Clint a score of 🖐 5 out of 5 ! 😂

[@mattm7798]

For new reptile keepers, he is an amazing resource. I wouldn't rely on these vids or indepth care instructions, but as an intro to a species, he's great!

[@lawrencehamilton7021]

The thing about lizard breathing is so fascinating because if you’ve ever chased anoles or geckos long enough without them finding a place to hide you’ll notice after a few sprints they juristically slow down or completely stop

[@zeryfcollection]

Short answer: best monitor for all skill levels. Long answer: it's a monitor

[@mvgikk1969]

wait

[@brunger7]

But, the long answer is shorter than the short answer

[@tigerzygaming9557]

@@brunger7 it’s a joke

[@taylorschereck5002]

I’ll never forget the first time I saw an Ackie Monitor it was in this video and I knew that I would love to have one someday. Well, I just bought my first one recently and he is the coolest animal I’ve ever had.

[@kristerpedersen1645]

When I watch this video: *speaks at the same time as Clint* "And that's coming down to our 5 categories: Handleability, Care, Hardiness, Availability and Uppfront costs." 😂 I watch your videos all the time and I love them! Keep making amazing videos as these!

[@nielsnanninga8976]

Can you do a reptile room tour?

[@ivlineofficial]

Poet Jr streaming he probably can't make a 1hr video

[@YACHTY.___prod.]

Poet Jr streaming prolly can’t make a video 5 years old

[@soundzythedev]

I don’t think they allow 2000 hour videos idk though. Lol

[@mydivadoggirl]

Omg I didn’t know mini monitor lizards existed! I NEED ONE! 😻

[@ClintsReptiles]

We all do!

[@alpharaptorjp3480]

Clint's Reptiles do u have one for sale?

[@leonidas231]

just good Red Ackie monitor for sale, the 2 sites at the top always have them for sale

[@ARPat2000]

Apophis what 2 sites?

[@braden7393]

there are alot of species from australia that fall into the pygmy monitor name

[@shopekuax2067]

That is a weird looking ferret

[@NGRevenant]

@M Hagen I've got three mad little female ferrets wonder how they'd react to a scaley ferret lol

[@among-us-99999]

@milkinaction I have the slight suspicion that the ackie would try to eat them

[@flameyellis5306]

NO IT'S A DOG

[@iprobablydontlikeyou7416]

what do you mean? that's not a ferret... that's a gerbil

[@user-ld6is4ni3d]

StOoPiD iTs NoT a FeRrEt

[@PraetorianMan]

Worth noting: Yellow ackie monitors are often less popular than reds, but they’re also generally viewed as calmer and less likely to bite

[@ClintsReptiles]

I like them better personally, but the differences are negligible.

[@SockyNoob]

I'll admit that I didn't quite understand the appeal of reptiles and amphibians til I saw just how diverse they are thanks to this channel. I'm not 100% sold on the idea because of care and stuff, but I can definitely say I appreciate them. I know I've always had a soft spot for lizards, frogs, and even gators!

[@harrywarwick7504]

Our Ackie Monitor is arguably the best lizard having had lots of different lizards! He's very inquisitive and has never bitten probably best described as being a puppy dog and likes cuddles.... we got him for free from someone who accidentally put two males together but is the most amazing lizard and lovely to watch

[@khornebread4802]

A monitor lizard that is small and eats insects?! PERFECT!

[@thenumber24]

a tarantula does too

[@Volt-0567]

But it isn't a lizard ​@thenumber24

[@adriagan2469]

i love how similar clint is to the lizards hes reviewing

[@smirnoff242]

Your video led us to buy an ackie monitor today! My wife and I love your videos!

[@undomyself]

ackies are rewarding in every single way! Not always friendly as baby's and they do bite. but as they grow up and gets to know you they become extremely friendly and craves attention positive memories is everything.

[@leesvendor3478]

awesome how its your friends monitor/pet and he just seems to walk right back to you when ever youve put him down! cant wait to get one of these guys!

[@rachaels8leggedwonders448]

I have a rescue ackie. Her name is Frida, and I love her so much!

[@theusher2893]

Your dragon shrunk in the wash, mate

[@Faliat]

"The hardest this about them will be keeping them fed because they do love to eat" *I look at my ackie that refuses to eat almost everything I give her* "You hear that? Stop sleeping all day and eat your crickets!"

[@sydneys2859]

I've always been a snake person, but this is the first lizard I've seen that I'd actually consider owning

[@roelant8069]

Not surprising, if I'm not mistaken monitor lizards are the closest (still living) relatives of snakes

[@SilverI187]

I first saw this video right after it came out, and I immediately fell in love. after a lot of back and forth with my family ("you shouldn't get such a difficult lizard as your first reptile") I finally have gotten two ackies for myself, after a bearded dragon, leopard gecko, corn snake, and a random lizard I got from my neighbor's kid who bought it off morphmarket. I still wish I had gotten the ackie first but this is 100% my favorite thing ever.

[@ZeroDarko]

you're the first person I watched on KZbin about the ackie monitor, and im getting one this week! cheers!

[@kyesniper]

I've been trying to hunt my Ackie down for nearly 5 years, finally got my hands on him last weekend and he's wonderful :D Just fed him his first super worm and he ripped it right out of the tongs! At least he isn't scared of everything.

[@oo-wr4pq]

A shop owner here in Arizona just hatched a clutch of red Ackies 2 days ago. Only selling two of them though as he's going to keep breeding. Absolutely adorable little things.

[@ilikecereal156]

The way the ackie runs looks hilarious and I love it.

[@jordangeerard1918]

"Theyre not gonna cut into your skin... (moment reaccessing the statement)... in any signifigant sort of way..."

[@philippal8666]

My cat gives me significant cuts at vet time. A monitor lizard has competition with her pissed off ness

[@bryanmartinez5699]

New watcher and just wanted to say that your videos give off a very positive energy and i appreciate it

[@TIFWHITNEY]

I think I'm in love... I have been looking for a monitor that the wife would be okay with and I think this is the one. Definitely going to look into the ackie more

[@Mr.pizza0]

Did you get it

[@bmzarate]

Hello Mr Clint 👋🏻!! After watching you’re vid and doing some homework of my own i took the plunge and got my own ackie (yellow) should be receiving her tues. Amazing job youre doing with the channel very informative especially for a reptile newb like myself keep up the good job sir!! 👍🏻

[@theregalreptile3953]

We want a pare of Acki monitors, and a Tegu :D I'm so glad you did vids on both of those!

[@ClintsReptiles]

You have great taste in lizards!

[@theregalreptile3953]

:D THANKS!!!!!

[@elfmonster1476]

8:20 I love Nagini's waddling!

[@LivingArtExoticsCAN]

These are perfect monitor lizards for a beginner. Love these little dudes

[@rachaels8leggedwonders448]

I just realized this video was from 5 years ago! I have loved watching you progress over the last few years, Clint! I have an ackie and a Savannah, and I’d love to discuss Savannah’s with you some day! My big boy is my baby, and, with enough work, they can be as amazing as tegus. I’m happy to send you some footage and pictures of my Sav (Jabba) and of course my ackie, Frida!

[@reywashere5284]

Little Known Fact: Clints have transparent eyelids that they can use to see while filming, meaning they never need to blink because their eyes are always protected. Nature is amazing!

[@eclecticandeccentric6001]

Is this all Clints or just the Utah locale?

[@GISHERPS]

Ackies are an easy favorite for us. I have worked with reptiles over 25 years now and had many species in that time. A lot of information you gave here is applicable and some not so much. The enclosure and Powersun specifically are not what I'd suggest and I don't use coconut coir with anything. They aren't cheap. That much is true and we typically sell out what we decide to part with super quickly.. like spoken for before they even meet their first bug!(yes, we breed reds and yellows) We aren't the cheapest breeder out there but guaranteed you get what you pay for in quality. We selectively breed them so their colors and patterns are quite vibrant. Stop by and see for yourself.(our videos aren't fantastic but click through to our Facebook and you'll see what I mean) Good effort. Go ackies!

[@juaneason1976]

would I be able to house 1 adult in an exotic terra 36 18 18? (40 gallon breeder)

[@juaneason1976]

or maybe 2?

[@GISHERPS]

Honestly, a smaller male might work in that but larger is definitely better. If using a 40G breeder we usually suggest covering all lid area where the light isn't coming through with something to hold in heat and moisture. More is always better and they will use every inch provided. Check out our care sheet for my take on keeping. Always do more research but consider the source. Do they keep them or make them? How's the quality? etc.. can be said of any species. www.reptiletalk.net/ridgetail-monitor/

[@deliziosetiefkuhlkost2463]

Got one thanks to you and I do not regret it at all. He/She (to Young to tell) is so active that I barely use my TV now

[@KylesMonitors]

If you can afford an Ackie and the proper enclosure and care for one, get one. You will not regret it even for a second. I spent weeks doing research and bought a 3 week old baby for my first reptile and I love it to death. My only complaint is now I want about 17 more...

[@PokeTrapHouse]

Awesome video. I have one (8months old) and it is probably my favorite pet atm 😂 you definitely need to be able to put some time in to build trust but mannnn it is rewarding when it comes together!

[@ordersquamata930]

I saw two at ReptiCon Orlando, each were almost half $1000, but they were friendly, active, and healthy ones.

[@Evelighte]

I was surprised to see the 2/5 for availability, the local reptile store I go to for my leopard gecko supplies (and future rosy boa supplies) has two enclosures with a red and yellow ackie monitors respectively

[@joshbuckingham6121]

This is in my top 3 favorite monitors along with green tree monitors and Asian water monitors

[@ynrnervy]

can you help me, I have coconut substrate and a screen top, and this ackie monitor group told me I was a terrible owner....

[@PorgRancher2010]

Hey, my parents say I can’t get any pet reptile because they think they’ll smell bad. I know that they’ll only smell with poor care, right?

[@MonsieurWeevil]

I'd say reptiles are the least smelly pets you could potentially get. They don't eat often, meaning they don't have to poop often either. I recently got spotted pythons and the only thing I smell is their substrate.

[@liamcavanagh4624]

I been bitten by a juvenile Ackie moniter at school where I was holding him, then he ran up my shoulder and bit me on the ear luckily it didn’t hurt because the teacher waited until the class had seen it until he got it off. Honestly a 10/10 experience

[@twosidedcoin4688]

We have a beautiful ackie in our shop and I'll be gutted when he eventually sells, I can confirm as his carer that they are every bit as excellent as Clint has just explained ❤️

[@rachelansley5119]

Can you do your own pet room tour? I would love to see your collection!😁

[@grettelguerra7511]

Great video! I didn't catch a mention of Ackie lifespan in captivity. Did I just miss it? As always, thanks for the great content :)

[@nicolaypastore]

15-20 years lifespan in captivity

[@RaptorAndArtemis]

This video convinced me to buy one. Currently working on a breeding situation. Absolutely obsessed! Thank you Clint!

[@tuliko8678]

My boy is in a 120x60x60 Enclosure ... with a 30cm deep substrate ... he’s either jumping around like a kid with ADHD on LSD or he’s buried to China ... no in between hahah

[@graceshiflett6526]

Custom enclosure or?

[@EvilSewnit]

Grace Shiflett CM, not inches xd

[@ronocerusw2640]

I have ADHD and can confirm this would happen if I took LSD

[@dhillos7282]

@@ronocerusw2640 Agreed

[@londonpack979]

I thought I recognized that ring! Ctr! Pretty sweet! Love all the helpful information you give and that ring makes you even cooler 👍

[@santalla03]

You really do read your comments. Thanks so much guys, channel rocks! And out of many opinions I waited for yours the longest because I value your information and this content. Awesome stuff man! Your teams rocks too!

[@blackosprey2219]

I had no idea there was such a tiny monitor lizard until I saw an Ackie today at a reptile store. Looks like an amazing future pet!

[@foobag969]

My pet shop had like 40 hatchlings yellows last summer. I'm hoping the local breeder they buy from comes through again this year.

[@smallmanz]

Luckily for me, I have a reptile shop in my area that breeds ackies, currently has 2 subs and 1 adult for sale. Ill prolly buy one next year when I can.

[@allenjones1947]

This could be a short video. *Video opens* "Yes." *video ends* Point disclosed

[@SpaceWolf1996]

I was actually searching you channel last week for an ackie video, nice timing!

[@mraBJJ33]

Clint and I share the same fascination with monitor lizards, my dream pet is a black dragon water monitor. But I wont get that until I have a humungous room with an attached outdoor section for the summer time when he can enjoy the sun all the new smells and a big outdoor pond. I'll probably get a pair of ackies one day to get myself ready for a giant monitor. I've had tegus in the past and would love to have another one day too.

[@amandarice4127]

These are such interesting lizards. I would love to see a video about Kimberley Rock Monitors to compare them!

[@ninvusoogoar6098]

if you live in the charlotte, North carolina area the pet shop "Cold Blooded and Bizzare" sells yellow/red tailed ackie monitors. they have several in their shop. so anyone in that area they have great stuff. i bought mine from them at the Charlotte Repticon back in oct, i go there alot for any reptile enclosure needs and isopods and they still have them in the shop

[@jairfaizal]

Today I adopted a little ackie monitor from a reptile care center. So happy with him.

[@kerryfiddler9530]

This is our dream lizard for us too! Working on it now before we get one. Monitor without the size and crazy claws(😂). Can't wait to get one! Handled one once and fell in love. And so active.

[@nathifasydler6727]

Thank you so much for this video. You inspired me and now my ackie "occamy" is part of my Swiss lizard family! He's wonderful! Beautiful! Just as you said it!

[@pixxels-_-1507]

Is he hand tamed?

[@nathifasydler6727]

@@pixxels-_-1507 not yet. Shes just half a year old. So.. still working on it. 😊

[@twoguysfishandfrys6877]

My three hatchling reds are doing great by far the most fun lizard to just sit and watch

[@Kuultyc]

Finally an ackie vid!!! Awesome! I'm still looking for a yellow ackie myself, I'd rate them -4 on availability LOL. I already have a Dubia roach colony breeding and waiting to be eaten when I can find the perfect little yellow ackie.

[@pietropagliero4772]

he seems always so happy

[@timapiepgrass8702]

After handling Patrick the yellow Ackie at Clint's Reptile Room my husband said he could see us getting an Ackie monitor. It made me so happy to hear those words! ...I think he's a yellow but I could be wrong.

[@Scoonie]

My ackie monitor is just the best! Your video has been so helpful. Thank you:)

[@AmieOkami]

I love your videos so much! I just found them the other day and have been binging them all

[@scottlife1697]

@clintsreptiles would love to see some more in-depth "how to" videos for how to set up a system for these little guys and other lizards like them that have slightly unusual requirements. How to set up a basking spot that will have the right gradient? when to use heat tape? how much UVB is enough? how much is too much? Love your review videos, love the build videos. Would love to see your take on the principles of setting up enclosures.

[@azush1055]

Love your videos and I always enjoy seeing ackies!!!!!

[@Metal7771]

So cool, I might research more into this monitor.

[@ChristianIssac-gq5zu]

I just got a breeding pair and I absolutely love them.

[@bkjeong4302]

One of the ones I'm currently saving up for. I don't have the room for any of the bigger monitors, but an ackie I might just be able to manage.

[@Emma-rf5ww]

U are definitely the top 5 best reptile KZbinr ever thx a lot for the info

[@ElDuderino502]

I officially love this channel.

[@johnbreakstar1165]

Hey there I just recently got an Ackie Monitor. She is still a baby and very skittish. When she is basking she usually lets me pet her gently but otherwhise she runs away. Now I really don’t want to push myself on her so what should I do in order to make her trust me?

[@StLMikie]

Older video but thank you regardless Clint. Ackies are available now on morphmarket.

[@N3ss3s]

Thanks for inspiring us to get a beautiful red ackie boy! I think it will be interesting to have him and our Uromastyx in our household. My wife is thrilled about the insect farms already 😂

[@deong6289]

We call them Ridge-tailed Monitor Varanus acanthurus in Australia where they are found. They reach to 60cm bigger than what he says. There are actually 3 subspecies not 2 also. Can live in colonies.

[@heyher_the_odd]

Here I am almost 3 years after the video was published rewatching it yet again. Big difference is this time I have two yellow ackies rather than zero ackies. But yes, they need a ton of space. My pair will be upgraded from a 4x2x2 as juveniles to an 8x2x2 when they are about 9-11 months old.

[@Vampshroom420]

"i dunno why this guy is picking me up but its kinda warm so whatever i guess"

[@sokahthehusky8614]

Thank you so much for making this amazing video. Our local reptile store sells ackie monitors. I am saving up to buy one this upcoming summer of 2023. The local reptile store owner knows breeders who have little ackies every summer. I can't wait!!! Komodo dragons have always been one of my favorite animals. I work at a local petland in thier fish/reptile department. My name tag is Komodo Dragon Kayla. 🐉(since you pick out an animal that starts with the first letter of your name!) lol 😆 so an ackie is basically the closest thing I'll have to one of my favorite animals of all time... the komodo dragon! PS: after watching videos on the komodo dragon we went to the zoo next day just so I could see them in person! Lol Anyways sorry for the long comment. I just love anything to do with monitor lizards. Haha Thanks again for the awesome videos as always and stay rad!!! 👌✌️

[@godspi4609]

Thank you clint

[@Roch187]

Would you say that a terrarium made out of wood fits for ackies? I am not quite sure about terrariums made out of wood and how good they are...

[@bfmvpwd]

Loved the vid mate! Getting an ackie this week and you've definitely convinced me I've made the righg choice, I can't wait! Keep up the entertaining vids you've got a sub 🙌🙌

[@TheSilliestManAlive420]

Been thinking of getting one, this is SUPER helpful! thanks a lot man

[@emmaburns7639]

Just got my first ackie 😍😍😍 thank you xxxx

[@rhyswerner1748]

I’m gonna get one in a year or so. Gonna be my first monitor, so any tips will be deeply appreciated

[@_lunisgaming_2827]

I do wonder if you can travel with them? Like if I’m going to my summer place, how well do they do in cars? Or how long can they be left alone?

[@icd10cats1]

I just adopted a 4 year old owner give up Ackie for a $500 rehoming fee. I've had him/her a week and he never comes out while I'm in the room. How long should I give him to acclimate? How do I make sure he is doing ok, eating his crickets if I never see him? He seemed very outgoing at his home, came right out to get a tong fed roach. For an additional fee I was able to buy his enclosure and some of his hides so he is the same "home". What more can I do to make his transition better? Thank you

[@rhysme423]

Hey I have a question: what is a good size for an adult ackie enclosure? I have heard 120 gallons is a good size but I’m not too sure

[@splooshx.c3222]

4x2x2 (ft) is the absolute minimum. However, I recommend a 6x3x4 (ft) since you need a deep substrate layer.

[@rhysme423]

@@splooshx.c3222 aight. Cheers for that!

[@trevorauringer2893]

Ackies are the best!! Broke my heart when mine died.

[@mvgikk1969]

rip

[@th7800]

I got a ackie monitor some time ago and IT Will only feed on crikets, i would love for it to eat dubia aswell. Is there a way to teach it to eat something Else?