Metamorphosis: Amphibian Nature Documentary

[@comradetortoise]

The resident aquatic ecologist approves of this film. Seriously, this took a lot of work, and not only do you know your stuff, you have skill with a camera and a sense of humor (the frog dubbing and music selection when that Anax nymph looked at the camera were particularly good). Keep up the good work.

[@11Legorex]

I love the classic trick of making the lives of smaller creatures into the wide spanning world it truly is. I thank the algorithm for allowing me to find your little gem

[@knightstormbringer]

"In the end, human sentiment corrupts nature's logic" That's a great line.

[@IulianusTabernarius]

I'm glad he did it, I would have done the same.

[@DavoidJohnson]

@knightstormbringer. I would point out that humans are a product of nature and by association so are their sentiments. Many creatures will nurture a foreign species when they have just reproduced. It's very difficult to find anything in the natural world that is not the product of the natural process. Certainly there is no need for any guilt in this case.

[@Condorman1]

I agree and I am going to quote that some time in the future. Was that an original Bryan or did you borrow it?

[@whosurdaddy1975]

That's Bull S there nothing unnatural about human and human behavior we are part of the nature.

[@peachyfresh3886]

most animals eat infants of any species really

[@MickandBarbi]

One of the most informative and well shot documentaries I have had the pleasure of watching. I will make sure I pass this on. Thank you. Good job

[@BryanMaltais]

Thank you Micki!

[@tude17]

🤣 did we watch the same thing, because that had to be one of the worst I've ever seen.

[@clintonfaraon9646]

11 years old and this documentary is still amazing. Such great work, I come back to the video every couple of years

[@Heimdallr2011]

Same here

[@NatureWitch]

That made me shed a tear when he saved the toads babies! Aw! This is the second time I have watched this. His documentaries are great!

[@JohnDothDrum]

This is excellent work. You should be proud to put your name on it.

[@BryanMaltais]

Thank you John.

[@zedriccampbell3130]

I like it nice to show it

[@BuckFastNinja]

Fantastic documentary about a subject that doesn't get enough attention.

[@jakeb5314]

I used to have an adult tiger salamander when I was a kid. He loved to dig tunnels so i didn't see him too much but when he came out he was so funny and awesome, this made me miss him. This is such a great documentary, thanks for putting in the time to make this

[@LorenDaniel1981]

This is by far one of the best documentaries I have watched. He not only shares great shots of wildlife but also follows through and put in the time to capture what truly happens in the ecosystem. Not to mention the excellent video quality. Major thumbs up.

[@steray8one]

truly professional. far more uplifting and educational than TV.

[@rattlingtotheend]

Applause, it is an AMAZING documentary man.

[@DragonsKarma]

i love how you saved those tadpoles. i saw alot of those toads when i was growing up as a kid. i love them

[@k8eekatt]

I appreciate that you scooped up the tadpoles, thank you. Humans have definitely taken far more from them than we can repay.

[@elizabethhincker5184]

Thank you for a non-sensationalist amphibian documentary! People get so caught up in exotics that they forget the beauty we have in the US! This made a great addition to my amphibian practical study session! :)

[@peterashby-saracen3681]

What a wonderful little documentary! I hope this guy is still making them, and making people aware of the plight of amphibians worldwide.

[@kempowarrior]

@14:17 I'm so glad he save the tadpole : ) It is so nice to see a compassionate person saving those baby : )

[@patrickjdarrow]

I would watch this over just about anything they throw up on Discovery/Animal Planet/etc. Truly a respectable documentary you have here.

[@johnseeking]

My 5th graders loved your film. Totally enrapt. Thanks for making it!

[@pandanna8]

I'm a conservation bio student working with hellbenders in NC, and watching this doc got me even more excited about the endless possibilities of research and conservation tactics. To think that all of those species inhabited such a disturbed area is simply inspiring! Thanks for a amazing end to a homework filled late night :)

[@yvunglouis1839]

An absolute masterpiece of a documentary. Well done!

[@christianpinna5037]

Man this is amazing, this is what youtube is meant for, creatives being able to find an audience, and being able to expose their work without a million dollar investment needed!!!!! Bravo!

[@irgendsoeindulli]

What an amazing documentary, I just wanted to see what a Tigersalamander is, but I ended up watching the whole thing. Props to you, sir!

[@CosmasBauer]

Wonderful documentary! Unbelievable footage nicely presented!

[@justinmarino5601]

As a nature documentary snob, I am impressed with the quality of this program. It is informed and very insightful. The cinematography was well done with some interesting shots. I enjoyed this program.

[@josiahhockenberry9846]

This is by far one of the best nature documentaries I've seen in a long time. And as a narrator, Bryan Maltais, you Sir, are the best I've heard since Marty Stouffer. Thank You.

[@bardofely]

I really enjoyed your excellent documentary so wanted to say thank you for making and sharing it, and for telling viewers about chytrid and the threat to amphibians.

[@raealikaj7495]

loved this. especially when you couldn't resist rescuing those tadpoles. can't wait to share with my children. really nice work. ty

[@MrLewis-lk8us]

Hey Bryan Maltais I really really enjoyed this video. Ive always been a lover of amphibians and the wetlands. This is the best I've see on the topic so far. Thanks for this video!

[@n1ckjitsu]

Magnificent! This felt like an actual documentary, like something produced before history and the discovery Channel sold their dignity to the forces of evil such as shark week and hotrod reality tv

[@designstaff7598]

This is the best (by a great margin) educational film/visual documentation of amphibians i have seen. It seems to have a beautiful personality and only further inspires me to be a herpetologist.

[@xxdizannyxx]

Very inspiring man! You make it look easy and beautiful (a hallmark of true passion) and make me want to do something similar :) I also love animals and amphibians & I am happy that you did something that you really enjoy rather than living only for an unsatisfying 9 to 5 that our society forces upon us. Keep doing what you love brother! :)

[@daniellecurrygravy8685]

wonderful film! Best part was at the end where each species gets its own credit title

[@verenka8332]

You should make more of these docs, you show information that other docs do not provide! Great work

[@mikeywatts322]

mate, this is a great piece of film making; and it's clear that it is the product of a deep love and understanding of this ecosystem and a part of the world that is very dear to your heart. you should be rightly proud of this mate. bravo! p.s. i was kept chuckling for ages at that classic line about that keen but clueless toad- "he's doing it wrong". thumbs up.

[@edwinmaganda1087]

definitely best amphibian documentary ever

[@wanderhernandez4081]

Don't stop doing this beautiful contribution to the world!! I love your channel and each video on it specially those dedicated to salamanders!!!

[@Caladas]

Gosh what a beautiful film, loved it! Especially the last part, amphibians really need to get some major attention if we are not to loose them. Thanks very much for this awesome documentary!

[@moemoney012]

Amazing, I think it is necessary to thank you for devoting YOUR time to make such an informative film. I think that people like you get little to no praise when you definitely deserve it. Thank you.

[@roku3216]

This is really great. I'm impressed with the high quality of images and knowledgeable narration. Thank you for making it.

[@Ryattt81]

I am lying in bed after a 14 hour day, and planned to fall asleep watching this, but it was too good...thanks upldr!

[@vabchpacboy]

beautiful film...there are no words to describe the beauty of both narrator and your footage. really a great piece

[@0426Barbara]

Excellent video. I thought it was going to be an amateur home movie and was pleasantly surprised to find it a thought-provoking, high quality film. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of amphibians!

[@loopytoopy]

by far the best wetland documentary EVER!!!

[@lukedutton7671]

I used to be obsessed with tiger salamanders and all living creatures and still am, and for years I’ve watched this documentary and always find myself coming back to it out of nowhere

[@intramotus]

This is fantastic. I will show this to my students! Please keep making such great videos - your explanations are so clear and you pose wonderfully curious questions.

[@KoopaKonartist]

It's films like these that don't get enough publicity. I smiled uncontrollably at the love struck bullfrog.

[@dianesmigelski5804]

Awesome documentary, I really enjoyed it. I thought it was extremely well done. Thanks for making it and getting the word out about the plight of our amphibians. Great job.

[@1vipera]

Kudos! You did a fantastic job portraying a year in the life of your local amphibians.

[@antwedding9446]

This is wonderful work! Have a lot of respect for the time and energy you poured into this thing. Wetlands are so fascinating and I wish they were more respected in our society, instead of just a place to build.

[@BlueKyuubi64]

This was fantastic! I was engaged the entire time and I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@Owlute]

Wow, this was absolutely fantastic. Great taste for a soundtrack too, I loved the fire crackling paired with the zooplankton!

[@ArtKidTV]

Since I can't thumb up twice, I'll just say again what a superb video this was from start to finish. Respect

[@edgirallenjoe29]

So neat man. You do just an unbelievable job. I hope you do stuff like this for a living. This is too good for KZbin, man. Very informative, and spot on! Neotenism is a very neat occurrence.

[@24barron]

This documentary is absolutely fascinating. Excellent work Bryan!

[@avadakedavra80]

amazing footage, Great choice of music, beautiful script Whoever filmed this is totally awesome.

[@great-grandmakirk8828]

Thank you so much for this wonderful video, I have really enjoyed watching how these amphibians develop and live out their lives. Thanks again for sharing.❤️😍👵🏻🇺🇸👍🏻👏🏼

[@philipwaters3892]

Great piece of work Mr Maltais. Well filmed and edited, lovely eloquent script and crisp narration, and no preechy ending...just a go see motivator. Thanks for that sir. Pip pip.

[@tredzwater]

Brilliant! This should be shown in every school in the world. It's too good to be just an accidental find on YT. "Please, sir. I want some more."

[@johnjekyelandhyde32]

Great documentary Bryan! Thank you so much for taking the time to put it together!

[@scottedelen2769]

That was very professional and in depth. Thank you for taking the time to make this documentary, it was very interesting and educational.

[@ariellepauling3558]

Wow, very well done film. Captured some great shots and very educational/informative. Well narrated and the musical score was awesome :D

[@justonemorecast]

Great video. This is fantastic quality equal to a PBS or BBC nature doc. I always loved catching critters. My grandson is truly fascinated with nature. He is my new creature catching companion, grasshoppers, praying mantis', frogs, and anything else we can find.

[@BryanMaltais]

Thanks Chris, this film has made the rounds at film festivals, but not yet been aired.

[@bryaneddy5272]

MY daughter and I both enjoy your videos a great deal. Please keep up all the great work.

[@Kryptos274]

Bryan, this documentary is just plain awesome !!! Thanks !

[@RaffeTheExplorer]

I remember watching this when it was in pieces and I loved it then too. I'm very glad you can now upload your documentaries as one whole production. You have a natural gift my friend and reach a level of professionalism that I can only aspire to. Bravo once again and looking forward to your future projects. If you ever fancy a herping trip to Middle Tennessee, contact me and I can show you some great areas. Would love to poke around the cedar glades or marshy barrens with you.

[@hipchickfitness]

watching this documentary gives us a better understanding of the life changes that certain animals undergo and a good reflection f how unique and special our individual lives are

[@reidellis1988]

I had a pet Tiger Salamander that lived for almost 15 years. Amazing video.

[@josephlew8381]

This... This is the best documentary I have seen in a while. Splendid job. Better than David Attenborough I must say

[@AfrikanAdventures]

A lovely documentary! We really enjoyed the simplicity of it. On par with programmes from National Geographic!!! Thanks!

[@Dooronn]

Impressive nature documentary from all aspects. Thank you for sharing it with us. It is simply the right thing to do - to preserve the pools where amphibians live and breed. Tiger salamanders are dear to me. Had a pet tiger salamander that was rescued from a swimming pool in Arizona and taken to a local pet store. When I was in grade-school, bought it for 10 bucks...it lived for 24 years more! Slimer passed away last year but will always be a fond memory to me. Cheers!

[@robinb.4868]

Very beautifully filmed! i learned a lot and loved the message at the end about amphibian extinction.

[@laowaiross3357]

I really enjoyed this documentary! Well filmed and narrated. Many thanks!

[@incyray9709]

14:16 THIS MELTED MY HEART ;u; also, this was a wonderful documentary! very calm and filled with fascinating information c:

[@BarenakedStones]

You Sir,,, are officially one of my critter getter Heroes. You win first place for coverage of the information and professionalism. Top notch nature videos,,, please make more. You definitely rock!!!

[@JXZ-JAM]

I recognized this place even before one minute into the film. The sights, the wetlands, the ponds, the trees, the hills, the sounds, the critters and everything else Ive known them all since I can remember., after all this is my home and always has been. What a exciting coincidence! Fort Collins/Larimer county is a beautiful place!

[@siriusreptiles4621]

That was an incredible video. Loved it... thank you so much for this beautiful documentary!

[@free_spirit1]

dude, some of your shots are so good i wish i was there, it is so well captured! I already saw this once and it still is amazing, you should do this for a living! I have been following your channel for a while and i really don't understand that you're not more popular...

[@bushmangi]

This video is very well done. Thank you for making it available to others.

[@harrykuheim6107]

Excellent...the Dragon Fly Larva photography was insane...

[@HomoEconomicusX]

great job! great quality and very nice lenses. the focus change, the bookeh, the zoom was not exaggerate, etc ... keep up filming and sharing, if you can afford to share your work for free. thanks!

[@free_spirit1]

this documentary is just great, not only do you expose and appreciate a very interesting and overlooked ecosystem but you also capture the atmosphere really well. It almost makes me want to be there. Just really well done.

[@PlanetNinetyTwo]

Thank you very much Mr Maltais. I love this kind of informative and intriguing documentary.

[@NikkyFromHolland]

It was a very interesting Documentary and it made me laugh a little when you made those jokes in French and with a French accent about the Bull-Frog!. :D lol Good luck in your future plans! :)

[@TheBjr1286]

This is a great film. I live in Fort Collins and I'm pretty sure I recognize the location near Taft and 287. If so I used to work at the location on a pumpkin patch as a kid and had the best time exploring the fields and ponds before it became a quarry. I'm glad to see the natural ecosystem returning. This film brought back great memories from my past even if I'm mistaken about location. Thanks for sharing

[@generalcontrol]

Great job! It apparently takes huge amount of time and effort to produce such a film. Thanks for sharing your devotion and passion with others!

[@ymba95]

This is a remarkable observation. You made us appreciate and realized these little neighbors in our world and what are their roles in the ecosystem. Now i am aware and this should be in my concerns... to protect them for they may be able to perform their tasks to bring balance to the world.

[@tsuruuu]

What a good documentary :3 Thanks for the hard work!

[@Helpwood]

This is official. Excellent document. (Wetland dynasty; intrigue, drama, mystery and magic) Splendid work.

[@marymcandrew7667]

We applaud you, what a great documentary!! We just watched your other documentary, "Into the Forest" and found that so well done we wanted to watch another by you. I hope you do more, you're talented with the camera, knowledgeable about your subjects and we loved your ability to pair great music and sound effects throughout! I used to live in NY state and I had several different kinds of frogs on my property, green frog, chorus frog, grey tree frog, leopard frog, bull frog and the common toad. I used to video tape, photograph and draw them, loved studying them. Now I live in England, not so many kinds of frogs around here.

[@iammybeloveds42]

Bryan, this was a beautifully shot and well put together documentary. I really appreciate the informative way you covered so many different animals while giving the whole picture of a specific place. My second grader was enthralled and had lots of good questions sparked by your narrative. We are home learners so I love finding things like this that made metamorphosis so engaging and even got us thinking more about the food chain and animal conservation. Thank you!!!

[@rudygelis1]

Thank you--this is exceptional natural history work. Much appreciated. Cheers from South America!

[@Anipulation]

Fantastic and nostalgic! Thank you for this! Awesome job!!!!

[@berentristanerkan5423]

This is The best film I have ever seen on the herps of colorado!

[@MargoSki1959]

I had a salamander when I was a child. I had it for 3 or 4 years. Thank You for your video I appreciate it!!! 🇵🇱🇺🇸👩‍🍳

[@Leru175]

Beautiful documentary with astonishing footage of the animals. Amazing work.

[@tomcosburn566]

Excellent documentary - love the amphibian footage and the birds were very interesting too.

[@christianmeyer234]

This was great. I showed it to my 'wild' biology class and they loved it. Very inspiring

[@Condorman1]

I really enjoyed this documentary. Thanks Bryan and congratulations on a job well done.