Did They Kill Darth Gator?

[@ClintsReptiles]

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[@rat_dragon]

Did you reupload this? I remember this story a few years ago...

[@ClintsReptiles]

Not a reupload, an update.

[@draconothese]

There was some talk on uvb near the end of the video is there some way you could do a video on current uvb lamps and setups I'm interested in what zoos use for there setups for larger enclosers like Darth gators and what the current consensus is on led uvb lamps like the one from zoomed

[@nicolaxoxo1]

I can’t believe his old enclosure was half that size! It still looks super small

[@seramose]

Actually I am scared stiff whenever I think about alligators or crocodilians. More so than of sharks or any other water dwelling species. I try and get educated about them and I have learned alot, but I am still terrified of meeting one in the wild. Good thing they don't live where I live 😅

[@TheLovelorn192]

Handler keeps her hand, hero wrestles an alligator and walks out unscathed, and the gator is also unharmed? I see this as an absolute win!

[@sarahbeaulieu999]

Facts

[@john-paulsilke893]

@Mëïstër Ëmm it’s unfortunately a requirement to get enough visitors. This “attack” may actually help with visitor draw.

[@chitlitlah]

Unscathed? I think you missed the part where it almost tore her hand off.

[@lookintoit4537]

And kids get to see more than a boring feeding session.

[@reyrats]

@@chitlitlah they are referring, I believe, to the man who sat on top of the gator

[@GabelhelmSogarbraten]

"Just roll with it" is still the greatest quote in reptile history

[@birchtree2274]

And it works pretty well as life advice in general :)

[@unni0p]

Respect for that man who instantly helped her. He literally jumped on an alligator without hesitation to save a human life

[@katbairwell]

Absolutely, a moment of humanity at it's best.

[@Alliebutt]

I've never liked the idea of basing men and their masculinity on their actions, because that's an easy way to enable and foster toxic masculinity. But damn, that man has balls so heavy and big he'd need a wheelbarrow to get around. It takes a special type of person to do what he did, and it's badass as hell.

[@unni0p]

@@Alliebutt soo true

[@stuchly1]

Absolutely. Incredibly brave.

[@jonny4182]

Toxic lol

[@atherisGAY]

I am so happy Darth is still alive and doing well. His instincts led him to bite his handler. He is not at fault in the slightest.

[@cheddah48]

Yup. Totally not his fault

[@doommarauder3532]

Exactly, and sing it from the rooftops. I would hate to go back to the days of the hung elephant cause animals are animals. Only dogs should be put down and only cause of irresponsible dog-owners.

[@Dee-nonamnamrson8718]

Didn't that happen a while back?

[@miketufaro5915]

Saw this comment before the video started 😂. I guess the question is answered.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

She makes that clear in the video.

[@KitsuNerezza]

I'm glad both Lindsay and Darth are doing well, also mad props to Donnie for how he reacted and handled the situation!

[@YayComity]

That was really cool. Glad she fully recovered and made sure the gator was not killed for doing what came natural. That Donny is the guy you want around when things go wrong - massive respect.

[@Raziel1984]

I am not a trauma surgeon but at least a dentist and i find it unbelivable how her hands looks after that event.... i don't now what the surgeon did to your hand or what darth not did, but it is amazing

[@Ninang363]

When I was 22 I was bitten in the face by a springer spaniel while working at a kennel. I continued to work with dogs two days later. I never blamed the dog. Stuff happens when you work with animals. It was a series of human errors that led to it. It happened really fast. I went on to work in animal hospitals for 6 more years

[@floridacracker_]

13 I got 3 stitches in the lip from a Shitsu lol

[@amandastakeonit7402]

Dogs are very different. They have been domesticated and have the ability to learn. Biting is an unwanted behavior that has been trained out of dogs, those that allow or encourage it reverse that training and create bad animals (or work animals) a pet that bites, is not a good animal and are usually euthanized, I don't know your circumstance maybe it was bad timing or something, so it was an accident. Which of course should be considered. I am glad you got back to it though. However, warm blooded animals cannot be compared to cold blooded ones, especially not predators. It just creates a very unreal thought process for ignorant people.

[@Edward-Not-Elric]

​@@amandastakeonit7402 No, there is no "reverse" of some sort of genetic training. They are instinctually inclined to bite. YOU have to TRAIN them NOT to bite. Domestication has made them more docile and easier to train, but it is not some sort of genetically learned training. It's a genetic predisposition to socialization and learning. Again, NOT inbedded training. Dogs can and will bite if not trained properly. It's in their nature. Also, alligators and crocodiles can also actually be trained to some degree.

[@Ninang363]

@@amandastakeonit7402 Still, the animal must be understood in the situation. The animal can only respond as the animal can. We, as humans in assumed "Control" of the case need to account for that. Also, dogs seem to get imprinted with the emotions/reactions its owners. The pack leader influences the pack after all.

[@Exquailibur]

@@amandastakeonit7402 Kennels can be stressful environments, its possible it was stressed and/or injured which can cause animals to lash out when they wouldn't normally. And its not a difference between cold blooded and warm blooded animals but a difference between domesticated and non domesticated and whether they are socialized. Alligators are of comparable intelligence to most mammals so they can definitely learn and I wouldn't blame any wild animal for doing what they do. Even with dogs it depends on their job and background, if its intended to be a family dog it needs to be very tolerant but if is a poorly socialized animal and needs work than it may need a second chance if the bite wasn't serious. Animal behavior is highly variable and circumstances matter a lot, for example there is a difference between a bull elephant who charges someone and an elephant that actively has a grudge against people or an alligator that bites one person and an alligator that actively seeks out people in the wild.

[@michellep4792]

I'm so glad Darth was able to stay safe after that incident and that Lindsay has made such a good recovery both physically and mentally, and that she can still work with Darth. I really never knew an alligator could be "taught". The fact that he responds to commands is amazing to me!

[@SobrietyandSolace]

Do to watch reptile channels much? People train monitor lizards like dogs all the time. Tegus acting like puppies are real lot cute and chubby

[@travelreview5962]

Most animals can be trained with food as a motivator. Without the food it would be extremely unlikely that they would acknowledge any commands whatsoever.

[@normalhuman9878]

If you watch some Snake Discovery videos from back when they had their alligator in their house, they actually trained their alligator to associate a certain object with food so she doesn’t get too excited during other interactions.

[@travelreview5962]

@normalhuman9878 yep its a popular method called target training

[@StonedtotheBones13]

Imagine if they couldn't be tho? Like ppl tend to assume reptiles are dangerous, but tbh, if monitors and crocodilians couldn't be trained, they'd be as dangerous in captivity as ppl think.

[@reyrats]

4:22 thank you to the woman who finally removed the kids! I know priority was in helping Lindsey but I’m glad a bystander had the realization that the kids should be removed in case it got worse

[@sarahbeaulieu999]

Right I was so grateful you could see Donnie trying to motion them away for a second then in glass reflection someone runs over and snatched his kids to remove them

[@amandastakeonit7402]

Yep, I thought that the first time I watched, crying my eyes out, yelling at the screen to get the kids out of there! I hope they talked to them and invited them ALL back, for free, to settle their anxieties.

[@Edward-Not-Elric]

Yeah, luckily, there wasn't any gore, so the kids are fine. But boy, that could have gotten nasty.

[@sarahbeaulieu999]

@@Edward-Not-Elric and just a scary thing to see your parent jump in with an animal

[@wildflower1397]

I bet their eyes were big as saucers. Seeing their dad jump in like that was probably scary, but gave them a good lesson about not ignoring casual safety instructions given before activities. Also, she saved herself by rolling with the croc, which takes mad reaction skills. 🐊

[@GrahamMilkdrop]

It seems so rare to hear someone talk about a negative experience without framing it and the resulting aftermath in the most dramatic way possible. So refreshing! Well done Lindsay.

[@serpenticular6990]

Oh gosh, I remember when this was spreading across the news like wildfire! Glad to see Lindsay is doing better after what was ultimately an accident!

[@turtlejeepjen314]

No kidding!!!! I have always wondered what happened to this girl…. It’s REALLY amazing how much she cares about the gator, & how much she knows about gators in general!!🙂🙂

[@Reptile_Gecko]

Definitely, though it probably could have been avoided if they gave the poor woman and gator a better workspace, she was literally having to reach in. They should've had them in a space she would have amble space to move, adjust and get to safety.

[@meagan2106]

It's remarkable how everybody seemed to remain so calm, even the kids.

[@nicnaknoc]

Reptile ppl are just a different kind of humans 😊 - they are pretty chill and secure in themselves

[@haven_lady675]

Kids aren't as dumb as what people think.

[@coloraturaElise]

And a lot of that is due to the fact that she stayed calm and wasn't screaming or panicking.

[@lexinicole4317]

@@nicnaknocThe kids are not “reptile people” they’re described in the first 2 minutes of this video as being initially nervous around reptiles and just going to a birthday party

[@lexinicole4317]

I feel as though the kids looked (reasonably) alarmed. Not that I would have expected anything else. The professional handler in this situation was remarkable, from remaining calm, to responding appropriately, and even giving direction to those assisting her on how to properly respond while her hand was clamped inside of an alligator’s mouth.

[@musicalexistence1]

I'd been thinking about Lindsey lately, wondering how she and Darth Gator were doing. I appreciate this update and I'm thrilled to see Darth doing so well and Lindsey is just officially my new hero

[@brianpartlow5530]

I'm glad she healed up and the alligator wasn't put down. Most reptiles big and small get feisty at meal times. It's our responsibility to be safe during feedings. I hope you are still able to bond with Darth. You were traumatized by your injury and Darth may have also been traumatized. He thought he was getting lunch then gets beat up by 2 humans.

[@alina.luna_]

💯

[@UndeadPigeon]

Lindsay is such a shining star to me. The way she care so much for Darth Gator truly warms my heart. Alligators have been my favorite animal for so many years now (even going back to high school and loving the gharial so much) and I've always wanted the opportunity to work with them like this. I loved being able to educate people or show my knowledge of these animals any time I went to Florida for vacation because they don't deserve the hatred and animosity that people give them. They aren't born murderous killers. They're just doing what they're instinctually supposed to do. I'm so glad they're both doing so well after what happened and that Lindsay never lost her love for him. ❤

[@melhawk6284]

And for a crocodilian, they are pretty docile. Less spicy than a lot of Caiman species out there!

[@turtlejeepjen314]

Her passion is very inspiring!!! 🙂🙂

[@StonedtotheBones13]

If anything, she seemed most concerned when Darth was talked about badly 😂

[@sophria]

So happy to hear all the amazing news. I love that when Darth starts to get antsy, I just see the swamp puppy saying, "but this is the next step, give me my treat!"

[@suchnothing]

I knooowww she tells him to stay and his little feet start going like an impatient kid. It's hilarious. He's definitely a trouble-maker by nature and needs a little extra care when handling. He's just way too smart.

[@estherk2343]

Yeah, my doggo does this too! Excited to skip to the part where she can get the treat when she does the right thing.

[@ThePollaton]

Anyone that works/cares with/for any species of animal wouldn’t ever want them to suffer just because they had acted in a way that is purely instinctual to them. It’s part of the reason we love them in the first place

[@lorrainemunoa791]

I feel the most amazing thing about her and her bravery is that she had prepared for this! She had been aware of the risks and planned for the worst case scenarios so that when it happened she reacted as she'd visualized before- it's so important to have done this, so that she didn't blank out and panic. She was probably scared of course, but when we're terrified but we had a plan the brain kicks in on the plan because it can't THINK sometimes during that. it goes right to whatever you practiced or planned, the steps you know to take. She was READY so when there was an accident, she acted, and was able to survive! Luck, great friends, and preparation! It makes me think what plans do I have for possible risks in my life and what I mean to do if they come up. (Also I saw Darth Gator just yesterday and he is looking fine and dandy!)

[@Textile_Courtesan]

Exactly. We run safety drills at work for the exact same reason. Muscle memory to walk the evacuation route so when panic sets in your body knows what to do.

[@Arthion]

Amazing to see Lindsay again and especially amazing to see her working with Darth Gator again, especially what their interactions are like on a normal day. Just shows how intelligent they are when their instincts don't put them on auto-pilot.

[@jessesebastiansamuel]

I don’t know how I landed on this video but I was fixated for a long time. The feeding part was unbelievable. This lady has to be one of the bravest human being in the history of mankind to be doing this after what she went through with the same animal. Well done! Inspirational!

[@vickikuglin5567]

I love crocodilians and am so happy that Darth is still in his home. No matter if you work with domesticated or wild animals there is always a risk.

[@andreawoods]

When the man jumped in to help, it brought me instantly to tears. Now, I am fully pregnant so that may have something to do with it, BUT as you said, he jumped in without hesitation. The fact that he had no knowledge but jumped right in to help was so incredible. Without him, I feel like things could have been a lot worse. Those poor kids will have a pretty awesome story to tell for the rest of their lives lol. And that man's kid is definitely thinking her dad is super badass for jumping on an alligator's back and helping save a woman.

[@turtlejeepjen314]

I was REALLY impressed that he knew to jump on the gators BACK instead of instinctively trying to PULL her out!!! (Might have caused even MORE physical trauma!!)

[@キン-u5l]

​@@turtlejeepjen314He didn't instinctively know to not pull on her and to instead get onDarth's back, you can see him pull at her and ahe tells him to stop and to get on darth's back. I'm very glad he listened to her and was responsive to her instructions.

[@stephanycrestwood4943]

I’m not pregnant and every time I watched that part I cry. Like he is just a great human. Im trying not to cry just typing this.

[@vhaelen326]

i mean to be fair, if an alligator is currently chewing on someones arm/hand you as the person not being chewed on are more or less safe, the mouth is the dangerous part and its occupied i wouldve jumped in there too, and just to make sure: this isnt a "i am so tough look at me" thing, if the alligator wasnt currently chewing on someone i'd be TERRIFIED, and a million bucks wouldnt get me into the enclosure but as i said if the mouth is occupied the worst thats gonna happen to you is wet socks (obviously in the wild it would be a whole different story, the water might be deeper, there might be more alligators etc but in an enclosure with ankle high water and no other animal in there? no problem

[@MeanBeanComedy]

How's the baby?

[@badletter_]

her confidence in working with darth gator is so incredible, you can tell how much she loves him. i’m so glad this story had the best possible outcome!

[@kellyg4133]

So glad to see Lindsey and Darth doing well and the much needed improvements and extra space made to his enclosure. Hope the man who jumped in ontop of Darth is also doing well. He's definitely a hero. 🐊❤️🐊.

[@leemasters3592]

Wonder how Don felt after the adrenaline wore off. He was a total hero in the moment but I bet there was a moment of 'OMG what did I just do!' afterwards.

[@beitermf]

oh my gosh, watching them train together made me tear up. so happy they're both doing well.

[@Thunderyena]

wow, i somehow avoided this video for so many years. MAD respect for this woman, her expertise is insane & it absolutely saved her hand. this is why it's important to remember animals are NOT unpredictable. they CAN be understood down to a science; lindsay knew darth & gator behavior like the back of her hand (ha) & that was invaluable here.

[@raybod1775]

Primates are unpredictable, making them extremely dangerous.

[@HellyeahRook]

This happened last year, so you've only avoided it for one year.

[@allisk8001]

While I mostly agree, there is always a degree of unpredictability with animals. We can learn a lot about them and get a good sense of what their typical behavior is and why, but we should be wary of absolute statements. It's important to maintain caution with animals, and not assume you know exactly what they will do, even when you are experienced with them. Just as a personal example, I bottle raised a sheep and I was basically her mom. Spent two years with her before she suddenly started headbutting me with no provocation. I had made no change to how I was interacting with her, and the other bottle lamb raised with her never started doing it either. I've since learned to recognize when she's thinking about it, but from my perspective it was a sudden personality shift. Whether there is a scientific explanation or not, I just wasn't able to predict that she would do that, even though I knew this animal since she was a newborn.

[@Thunderyena]

@@allisk8001 'predictable' itself just means 'able to be predicted'. like the weather, predictions will never be 100% accurate because we can't know every single factor. yes. you should always be cautious & not get comfortable with dangerous animals. but predictability helps one stay safe.

[@allisk8001]

@@Thunderyena You said "NOT unpredictable", which I felt implied no uncertainty or inaccuracy. Thanks for clarifying.

[@jennasinclair7482]

I am really glad to see that both Lindsay and Darth are doing so well. Much respect to Lindsay for being able to continue working with him so easily. Lol Darth was reminding me of my dog; we’ve given him the same series of commands in the same order to get a treat a little too often, and now he’ll just do them all in order in quick succession as soon as we say “sit” 😂

[@cara9648]

I'm so glad they're all doing well! It's awesome that they were able to get the funds to not only upgrade his enclosure, but their facility too. I'm especially happy they were able to keep Darth alive and with them. Thanks for the update video!

[@bikedoc4145]

Donnie is the man!! That was amazing how he handled that and Lindsay is the Real Deal Bad Arse how she kept her cool even after she got out making sure to help instruct Donnie how to get off of that Monster without getting bit also 🙌👏

[@atherisGAY]

Wow! I thought of her and the bravery of her and the man jumping only a few days ago!! I am happy to see her healed well since your last interview. Thank you for the update ❤

[@Gildedmuse]

She's just so supportive of these animals even after getting bit. It really is beautiful how she just accepted that animals do this and she understood that.

[@linzerj9904]

Its great to see Lindsay and Darth doing well! Especially cool to see the training, how Darth listens to commands. I would never have thought they could be so intelligent before your videos - such amazing animals!

[@ironrose6]

I was gonna say they'd better not have, because I donated to his new enclosure! Thanks for the happy news, Clint :).

[@thebreezelife]

She is amazing. Almost anyone else would have freaked out and she was so calm and the way she rolled with it and everything like omg. She never lost her cool.

[@Cane_Of_Fire]

Clint is such a Treasure , would want nobody else interviewing me after something like that, Lindsay also being an absolute champ about the whole situation

[@leeskeery]

Wow! Lindsay has nerves of steel. What a champion! Unbelievable, just shows you whatever your passion is some people will do whatever it takes to make it work and put in the time, commitment and learn and grow to make it part of their lives regardless of the uphill battles. Inspirational. 👍🤘 Glad to see Darth Gator is doing well too. Excellent video Clint and team.

[@brightbkh07]

He’s so cute when Lindsay tells him open and he hesitates and then super slowly opens his mouth. I’m glad Lindsay and Darth are both doing great!

[@angelmartin7310]

He's trying very hard to be good, it's amazing how smart and good natured they can be

[@DiscordianDisciple27]

OK, I already love alligators, but seeing Darth Gator's reactions at 17:54 are ridiculously adorable. It's great that someone as level-headed and realistic as Lindsay was involved. If it happened to someone who may not have been as grounded as she is, things may have turned out differently for Darth. I'm glad she's OK and still is motivated to work with amazing animals.

[@LaynieFingers]

I am so impressed by how well she handled that situation. Watching the incident, im convinced she could have been injured so much more seriously if she hadn't realized what was happening and immediately acted on it.

[@glasverhelderd]

Aw, man. That enclosure is such a bummer. Poor Darth.

[@KionKamon]

Darth is a good gator. Glad that he didn’t get euthanized for acting on his base instinct. Crocodilians are very neat, and beautiful animals in their own right. Glad everyone involved in that accident is doing well. That is the most important thing.

[@williamcox2955]

That is incredible, to be able to still work with the animal even after being attacked and her confidence in herself to be able to keep calm during the attack and that is true devotion.

[@derp_dragons]

Lindsay is just such a wonderful person and I love the way she interacts and works with Darth (and he with her as well!). 💚 Much appreciate the update, thanks~!

[@Hugsploder]

Seeing Lindsey an Darth happy and healthy is great. I love the follow up!

[@Orangutan_Stella]

Great interview Clint! Lindsey seems a really top lady. What top jobs you both have!!

[@Onorel]

So smart to see Lindsay have a nice interaction like that with Darth Gator, this animal has been socialized very well, and putting him down wouldn't serve any purpose at all. Great video, from a great content creator.

[@GimmeSumRoy]

She is one of the coolest people ever! Tough as nails, smart as a whip, humble, kind hearted… I think I’m in love

[@kcgunesq]

Uh, what was her plan? Hope someone jumps on its back? She strikes me as someone with potential, but not yet qualified for what she is doing.

[@dragonshadow4145]

@@kcgunesqShe did have a plan, she put the croc in a chokehold with her legs. Did the absolute best thing she could have done

[@axelotlgaming7921]

@@kcgunesq She literally handled the situation in the most professional way. Things like that happen when you're around these animals every day. If your job requires you to run up and down a set of stairs every day, there's a pretty good chance you're gonna fall some day

[@kcgunesq]

@@axelotlgaming7921 "The most professional way"? Really? Couldn't have done anything better? Not even one thing? She very nearly showed a bunch of young kids what it looks like when an alligator eats a person. It was only dumb luck that prevented that.

[@kcgunesq]

@@dragonshadow4145 That was a reaction, not a plan. And something tells me that her chances of succeeding with that would have been about zero.

[@Ricki_Raquel]

The training at the end had me squealing. Darth Gater is ADORABLE and Lindsey is the real deal. What an awesome person. What an awesome video. 🤍

[@SilktheAbsent1]

Over the years I've been keeping reptiles, I've had plenty of aggressive and/or nervous ones. Still, looking back, I can still say that every single bite was my fault, with many of the early ones being what I call SFEs (Stupid Feeding Errors).

[@DaniCamo]

I'm so happy to hear that everything turned out so well for everyone! It was so fun watching Lindsay and Darth train together. It's amazing how beautiful and intelligent he and all Alligators are. Thank you both, Clint and Lindsay, for everything you do to help educate and entertain the public.

[@CossackGene]

As a horse person, I totally get the idea of continuing to work with animals that hurt you and not feeling remotely traumatized. The worst thing about an animal attacking you is if the attack was caused by some medical problem/pain the animal felt; the second worst is if other people see you and judge . . .

[@ilivetoflyxD]

yeah this, i have the disagreeable honour of falling off every horse I have ever been placed on top off. I have never had riding lessons per say, more the guided experience stuff but I have done it like 10 times now and its 100% a me problem at this point. The only one that wasnt really my fault was when i was a little kid, something spooked the horse and i guess the handler didn't either get on it quick enough or was simply unable to stop this freaked out bolt machine that weighed more than she did but I did get moderately trampled on I guess it set a bad precedent or something. Not once have I ever blamed the horse. My parents didnt even blame the horse.

[@turtlejeepjen314]

We had 2 paint horses when I grew up… (They were REALLY my older SISTER’S horses!) The second horse, Ramjet, was a young & wild horse that I was forced to ride so she wouldn’t be alone. Her horse, Raingo, was a huge A$$ & would bite my horse on the butt so I would be bucked off!! I was TERRIFIED of those horses, & boy did they KNOW IT!!! They would see me from across the field & literally CHARGE at me as I ran to the barn for safety!!! One time they knocked me down & literally trampled me!! I crawled to the barn & layed there for a couple of hours before my sister came looking for me, & carried me to the house so my dad could take me to the ER. I ended up with a broken collarbone & TONS of stitches in my leg in the shape of nearly an entire horseshoe! (I still have a huge scar!!) My entire body was bruised, & the hospital thought my dad had beaten me!! (He didn’t!!)🙂

[@ettinakitten5047]

@@ilivetoflyxD My mom fell off a horse because she unintentionally told the horse to back up and spin around and she wasn't prepared for that movement. Pure miscommunication. She wasn't hurt but she decided to sit out the horse-riding experience because of that.

[@SobrietyandSolace]

@@ilivetoflyxDIt could be the tack?

[@marseillejoh]

@@turtlejeepjen314getting almost killed by your family pets sound pretty awful.

[@xXLARzXx]

Glad everyone is ok. We just watched your two videos and are happy that Darth received a enclosure upgrade and also happy her injures healed well. One thing I noticed when watching the video... Would it had been a benefit if the staff had worn grip shoes and the bottom of the gator pool had had a rough grippy textured surface so that she may have been able to get traction to stand or maneuver the gator better? Maybe something they would consider for future possible issues. Great interviews, thanks.

[@Serpenzeye]

Really thankful to have an update on Darth Gator, especially his training and new enclosure!

[@silviu-georgepantelimon1423]

Anyone who thinks "it's just a dumb animal" should watch this. It's always amazing to see how intelligent and aware these animals are, love that this story has not only a happy ending but also all involved learned something and did in the best interest of everybody.

[@abberistired]

of course they've always gotta act up when they're on camera lol it's so cool to see an alligator responding to commands at all

[@psychosis7325]

My dog is exactly the same as hers, sometimes gets just a little too excited for the treaties and catches a finger.

[@alicecain4851]

Thank you for that update, Clint and Lindsay! So glad everyone came out of that fairly unscathed. I loved how she worked with Darth and that you could see that he knew the commands but was still trying to push to see how far he could go. I'm glad that after only 2 minutes, he let go of her hand a year ago. I'm pretty sure a wild alligator would never have let her go. He reacted to the feeling by his mouth. It was feeding time and she usually fed him. Thank heaven that man jumped in and helped hold Darth's body so he was unable to continue to think her hand was food. Great ending for all!

[@adiemuller5422]

Darth Gator is so cute! I'm so glad he's okay, and especially that Lindsay is okay! She is definitely brave for what she went through. Even though she was prepared for it, nobody wants to get bitten by an alligator and it's great that she's so strong and positive about it!

[@bobby6204]

Gators are cute!?? 😅 I wonder if you would say that if Darth had you in a death roll 🤦‍♂️

[@adiemuller5422]

@@bobby6204 I'm replying to you so Clint gets more engagement on his video. Great video!

[@MARKOUTTV]

Seeing Lindsay working with Darth at the end was such an epic thing. Props to her and everyone for keeping Darth safe. Great video, Clint

[@breezyncj]

Aw that demo was great..glad to see they're both still working together and doing well!

[@brjinx]

The training session at the end was really fun to watch!

[@turtlejeepjen314]

Please interview Darth next; I would LOVE to hear HIS take on the story, & I’m serious!!🙂🙂❤️🐢

[@StonedtotheBones13]

One thing I noticed re-watching is their new staff policy! Not just the stick (I know ppl were asking about one on the past video). But, also the staff is keeping Darth in line of sight at all times... Tho it now occurs to me, I've no idea how help could possibly reach a keeper further in from the entrance? For the channel, (I'll ask somewhere more recent too): is there any reason why reptiles in particular seem to have a strong feeding response, and separately why in the world do Rex and Darth still have baby stripes? (For the comments I know will come) obv the other staff can just run in the enclosure if there's a situation, but further away is not where you want help for your alligator bite.

[@rullerorock]

I got bit by an Umbrella Cockatoo who tried to steal my thumb but this is another level. Mad props for her quick thinking and reactions. The fact you made it out with a broken wrist and a few lacerations is incredible. All of the respect to both of you!

[@axelotlgaming7921]

I once got death rolled by a saltwater crocodile. It was only a few months old so it didn't hurt that much, but if you leave that part out it's a pretty cool story

[@turtlejeepjen314]

Wow, that’s crazy- I worked with parrots at the Rain Forest Cafe, & had my index finger chomped by OUR Umbrella Cockatoo, named Charlie…. I have permanent damage to it & the nail. (I usually get acrylic nails FOR that reason!!) I DO consider myself lucky- it could have been SO much worse!!🙂

[@_YellovvJacket_]

Prrots biting is honestly no joke, a parrot can probably take a finger easier than any other similarly sized animal I can think of.

[@Loriethalion]

Thanks for making this video, I was really worried about the situation until I saw this, mostly for Darth since Lindsey, being the total badass that she is seemed totally fine in the other video. She is so cool, glad everything turned out the way it did!

[@meganhausman1443]

Instead of thinking he doesn’t listen, I’m seeing an alligator that already knows what you want from him and is anticipating that move. So smart. I love him. 🥰

[@AbeM.]

“Can we skip to the part where food enters my mouth?”

[@MirandaMBauer]

You are such a skilled interviewer! I think the way you two have been able to talk about this even has been the most nuanced and educational way possible. Thank you!

[@catcando1131]

So my puppy does exactly what Darth was doing at the end. He got used to our command order in training sessions and started doing each step. I had to start shaking it up each time and he still does wants to do the original. ‘Let’s just get over with so I can get my treats!’

[@Lisianthusbloom]

Darth Gator is absolutely beautiful! Came to this video after coming across your first video with her. I'm so glad they were able to keep him and that they are both doing so well.

[@barbarossa1780]

She had her hand hidden at first and I thought, “Is it all gone???” Glad she’s okay!

[@darthszarych5588]

This incident may be the most impressive example of someone staying calm under pressure and how that can benefit someone. This woman is so hard core.

[@susanmartin3762]

If you didn't know her hand was inside of an alligator's mouth, you would have thought she was doing water aerobics with a side order of wrestling. She remained so calm, cool and collected it's mind blowing😮. No screaming. No crying. No hysterical behavior at all! She just slowly climbed into the enclosure and began using her training she had when it came to, "what to do if you're being bitten and eaten by an alligator! 😢 This video should be given to anyone planning on working with crocodillion's..This is a perfect example of how to handle this situation properly! The name "Darth Gator" is perfect!

[@kagehikari4281]

Darth really is such a well mannered boy. Its obvious hes trying. Its so wholesome seeing the keepers understanding with him. Lindsay is amazing and glad to see both her and Darth doing well and continuing to learn and also teach us. Like the song says, "All we need is just a little patience"

[@robinmccoy9710]

Lindsey's very good with the gator, at ease and seems to know exactly what she's doing and enjoys working with them. I can see the affection she has for the gators, and I wish her all the best in life and her work...

[@marilynbunzo3648]

Great follow up video. I’m glad to see Darth Gator is doing well and that Lyndsey is too.

[@bjarnivalur6330]

It's funny to see him take longer to listen once he's gotten excited, just like when you're training a dog

[@pvpperdogs]

The training segment at the end was so absolutely wonderful to see.

[@rachelleeden8824]

Wow I had concidentally just watched the previous interview you did with her right before this video released.

[@mikegamerguy4776]

That was a small one. She already talked about how lucky she was. She literally has her hand and all her fingers which is unbelievable. A gator is gonna gator. And all the gator cared about for a couple minutes was getting that food off her arm. Well I hope they both have a long happy life. And that's one hell of a story to tell. Not many people who have had a gator chomp down on their hand get to keep it. Her reaction to jump in the cage was brilliant and completely counterintuitive to what one's instinct must be telling them, which is to pull away.

[@erintraicene7422]

How nice to have a follow up video. Thanks Cliff!

[@DanMaganoSnakes]

Glad to see them still at it together. We’d all like to think we are prepared for the worst, or bad things and that it wouldn’t change our passion for working with these animals, but it is often much easier said than done! Also the same intelligence that makes training them rewarding is the same that makes it tough lol. Anticipating the process and expectations to get to the reward stage is such a habit of smarter animals lol.

[@corvid...]

Thanks for the update... So happy to hear how everything worked out. She is an amazing person, as are you Clint.. same for all the people who donated to the cause. This is all around such a wholesome and heartwarming outcome from a very bad moment

[@mousenation3867]

I’m really glad Garth is alive but that “New Larger Enclosure “ is tiny ! To think if this bite hadn’t happened he’d have been in an “Even “ smaller pond ! I really hope he has access to more space somewhere? He’s performing in a tiny indoor pool….he’s not a toy, let him go to an outdoor facility now please. 😢 Put the gator 1st don’t keep them if you can’t provide an enriched and appropriate environment. Don’t have him live like this to perform at kids parties 🙏

[@MyDuckSaysFucc]

Well the fools bought a baby gator in the middle of Colorado, do they even have an outdoor facility they could put a pond in? And what about heating it in winter? The fact is, they made many bad decisions with this animal. Don’t buy gators unless you can house them properly as adults.

[@irasan77]

Goes to show how a big part of our ability to cope with trauma depends on the people around us and their reaction. Apart from saving the body, instant aid and support are a huge factor for the mental healing. This story has so many amazing people, it restores my faith in humanity a little.

[@jinxgirl5]

Chris Gilette often mentions that the under chin hold looks stable, but it can easily go wrong. To me, it looked like she let her arm go a little too far into the enclosure, like she should have pulled back sooner. Or with the enclosure being raised like that it makes it harder to follow the gator to keep the right pressure. It was just a Murphy's Law kind of situation. I'm glad both Lindsay and Darth made it through okay. Props esp to the doc who worked on her hand, I expected there to be a lot more limitation in her range of motion.

[@amp120voltage]

I love how much she cared about the animal. Admire her drive so much! She’s a badass and the icing on the cake is that she is wearing a darth gator shirt after all this! Thats a hero right there.

[@mikalmos369]

He's remarkably patient and gentle. The accident was unfortunate for all involved I'm sure he didn't like it very much either. You can't see something like this I'm done calling alligator stupid and only instinctual. There's some serious learning and communication involved here. I some more than simply operant conditioning going on. His actions were deliberate and definitely chosen because of the noticeably slight variations each time he went through with one of the commands. None of it is autopilot though the accident certainly was. Absolutely amazing.

[@Kargoneth]

Lovely to see Lindsay's left hand unbraced and mobile! Looking forward to watching this follow-up video!

[@Kargoneth]

It was a lovely video indeed!

[@Evergreen_Wizard]

Lindsay is such a hero. Brave, smart and kind. An inspiration on how to be a great human being. Also Darth Gator is a cute boi.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

I am so glad that you did an update. Lindsay is still so amazing!! It is still very hard to watch the video clips of the incident. Makes me cry every time, even though I know the outcome. I love crocodilians and do not blame them at all. I agree with what Lindsay said, (goes for sharks too) you can't blame the gator, it's doing just as you would expect it to. It does what it's engrained to do, you can't undo 80 million years of evolution, that has told these animals how to get it right. We can influence individuals and maybe even breed them down to more gentle, easier to work with creatures, but we cannot in decades and even centuries undo 80 million years! She's a real champ, those that aidded in her rescue are champs too! I am super glad that Scales and Tails didn't shut down or get rid of Darth Gator or Lindsay! I hope those kids are okay and they have came back. I am also glad that Lindsay mentioned his jaw, because I was wondering about it. Do they have UVB lights on him at all? Surely they can get some that they can raise and lower as needed. It isn't able to be fixed but it can be prevented from getting worse. Whole animal diets are important too.

[@MyDuckSaysFucc]

I still see problems with how they were handling that gator at that facility. Look at their KZbin page, you can see her kissing the gator on the face and training him in what is essentially a fish bowl. Getting trapped into corners so operant conditioning training can’t be performed properly. The enclosure is too small as well. I’m disappointed in how this trainer and company got so much support and positive press from big reptile channels like this - when it comes to deadly reptiles, they MUST be cared for and handled as carefully as possible. And this ain’t it.

[@maryann350]

What a great update! ❤

[@Nefville]

Lindsay gives the saying "roll with the punches" a whole new meaning. PS Darth is extremely cute. Hard not to like him at first sight.

[@larachaplauske8818]

So happy Lindsey is doing well, and Darth is still alive!

[@alexanderstainton3199]

It's kinda fitting not so long ago in a galaxy right here, Darth Gator took a hand and surgeons had to put it back together. Had a yolo solo jump on board and help last minute. Just missing an old crone of an alligator in the corner saying "goooood gooooood."

[@cathrinaandrus1777]

Wow! Seeing how well he's doing with his training was so cool! Lindsay and those working with her are amazing!

[@benvsreality]

Gator had kind of a weak guard pass game, but he fought off the triangle choke pretty well. Most crocodilians need to train choke defense more because sometimes they get caught with anaconda chokes in the wild.