My channel died

[@dont.mind.me27]

I hate to admit it, but I haven't been watching your videos for the past couple months. I just personally found that they weren't as centered around reptiles as they used to be, which is totally ok. you need to make videos that are fun to create and edit, so I got nothing against you if you've lost interest. either way, I really enjoy your personality and find your deadpan humor quite hilarious. keep doing you.

[@VilleAbr]

Same

[@DayDream-RR]

Same

[@albinohamster4336]

Same :(

[@wyattmedley2426]

Same

[@durp4568]

same

[@shea3691]

I got into your channel for reptiles, but I've really enjoyed all the random videos! I watch because you inspire me to run with my hobbies and work hard for things I want. Nobody else could've taught me that a garden was more important than extreme allergic reaction 😂

[@GoHerping]

:D

[@pvyj]

@@GoHerping yeah I found you because of my interest in reptiles but I stayed for you

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Oh boy does this hit close to home. I’ve loved your content and wish you the most success going forward!

[@sambentley56]

As the world’s #1 protractor activist I want to be the first to tell you: You should buy a protractor

[@GoHerping]

thanks :] you're still my #1 related channel under "Other channels your audience watches", so there's no escape yet lol

[@reggie8370]

Throw his name out more wicken. Athletic director type stuff

[@fakebobross7690]

I recently got a green tree frog and a leopord gecko. Your channel has helped me with care of my animals, I appreciate the work you have put in helping this community. Dying or not your channel still has great videos!

[@xanopython9062]

Ooh a green tree frog! Would you know if their care is similar to a white's tree frog? I really like them

[@fakebobross7690]

@@xanopython9062 I'm not too sure but green tree frogs are very easy going and painlesss to take care of

[@katrocks1174]

@@xanopython9062 mine won't stop croaking

[@Pushh]

I gotta huge leopord gecko in great health … if anyone wants him I just want a good home for it no charge … was a 300$ lizard

[@msmargot2u]

Ofc people aren’t watching your vids you abuse animals homophobic,ablest like your stupid

[@AngryMunci5]

Channel dying or not, the amount of pure knowledge of reptile care I have gotten from you is immeasurable. You have helped me so much to become the reptile keeper I am today. Thank you.

[@greeen.v2]

Trade offer You give me: Hours of editing and work I give you: a click, watch for 20 second, click off

[@Crochetjay]

@@greeen.v2I’ll take it 😂

[@caposta5141]

Personally, university hit so hard that I couldn't really watch youtube for a month but I planned to binge your videos after finishing this semester. Maybe this sounds weird but I don't think your channel is "dying" it is just having a drastic "audiance change." If you keep doing videos that you're enjoying people will find it engaging and will stay. Keep it up but don't stress it!

[@gracie_l_lee]

Some of my favorite videos from you where when you where working on your house and chickens and garden, getting that fully self sustaining stuff started. I was always impressed by your complete independence, and still am

[@erintraicene7422]

I feel the exact same way ! I started because it was relevant to my current interest but I was drawn to him and the every day things …the humor! and that is why I stayed.

[@sandiking61]

HI Alex! I have been watching you since 2018. I am a 60 year old lady who got into ball pythons. I learned so very much from watching you. I think you are a natural teacher. You go after things with a tenacity that lends to you perfecting your knowledge. I hope that you keep "us" posted on your next adventure. Also, never get static, the world needs learners like you!

[@ethanfuckingsux]

Hi Sandi!! I'm Ethan and i have a ball python named Pancake. How many do you have?

[@Blueberrybomb1234]

Is it okay if I call you snake grandma

[@sandiking61]

@@ethanfuckingsux I have three

[@sandiking61]

@@Blueberrybomb1234 yes please!

[@tedc8021]

I'll be completely honest, for a while now I've been seeing your videos in my sub box or recommended and just scrolling past. No one reason, just felt like I'd already seen whatever you'd posted in your previous videos so there was no reason to watch more. However, this video was so clear, thoughtful and well made that I'm gonna probably watch whatever next few things you upload just to see how your doing. This video was kinda sad, but it was so interesting to hear about a topic many creators fear talked about so openly. But also I'm just a random dumbass who will never know you so my opinion isn't super important.

[@brassjujumagic7907]

I have always watched your videos. If you continue to make them, then I'll continue to watch them. I definitely watch for you and for the most part the content. I'm sure there are people out there who also understand the change. Videos change, content change, people change and that is fine. I'm looking forward to see what else you put out. I can't pretend to know exactly how you are feeling. I remember how burned out you were in 2020 and I hope you continue to take care of your health. I definitely started watching you during the Herping videos. It's a shame you have to shut down Emerald Scales, but I completely understand. You've been working hard for years on KZbin. You have to do what is best for you. Take a break.

[@doitsudragon5514]

I found you years ago when I was caring for reptiles, and I love your personality and sense of humor and have loved your content variation. I think it’s refreshing to see creators express the more “human” side of things.

[@mason12075]

Man I haven’t watched you since 2019-early 2020, your channel has helped me fuel my interest for reptiles and learn proper care protocol for the day I eventually get my own, whether it’s a corn snake, leo, etc

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Lol I relate to this in a way, most channels peaked in 2020 and there’s been a gradual downfall since then. But the constant need to upload + not getting many views + not earning very much anyway + never being able to take a break is exhausting. We do differ with the reptiles, I still love keeping reptiles and making content about them but I do wish people would embrace videos about other animals than just leopard geckos 😅 800+ leopard gecko videos over 10 years is quite the ride.

[@trink.9098]

I remember stumbling across your channel about five years ago when I was still scared of snakes. I've gotten over it since thanks to your channel and I got my first snake (a Kenyan Sand Boa) back in August. Thanks so much for being such an inspiration to the reptile community!

[@BlakeBlackstone]

I used to never be afraid of snakes. Then I got a snake and got bit. Now I'm afraid of snakes.

[@dan4026]

@@BlakeBlackstone welp

[@nostalgiachu]

@@BlakeBlackstone I feel like if you're in daily contact with animals who've got teeth, it's really only a matter of time before you get bit. Even the sweetest ones can take a chomp on ya.

[@JayPham]

I get you completely -I went viral over quarantine then crumbled under pressure of people wanting something specific from me and I just wasn’t ready for an audience that big and haven’t really posted since 🙃 I for one really liked the new direct you were going in and hope for the best in whatever endeavors you Pursue!

[@azura7253]

You were one of the first reptile KZbinrs I ever watched when my son brought home a bearded dragon. I had no idea they even existed. You opened me up to the wonderful world of reptiles. You taught me how to care for his and I ended up getting two beardies, a Leo, 3 different kinds of snakes. I will always be grateful to you. I don’t watch KZbin much at all since I went back to school but I will catch yours sometimes. I do miss the reptile videos but I can understand how they can get stale to make.

[@paulinaqm597]

I'm one of those who just enjoy you as a person, so I'm really glad that u are not that upset about this reality and that u are going through things the best way u can! Enjoy your life, man, that's all we got at the end of it

[@DanTheTurtleMan_]

I've had my first 2 videos ever blow up recently and I'm about to film and upload following the same formula. This is suuuuper relatable. By the time we upload, it's time to film again. Stick with it, I've liked your content for a while and I'm excited to see what else you do in the future. Passion > following trends for views.

[@saddledserpent]

I’ve really enjoyed your recent videos. The ant series and the road-trip series were super entertaining to me and so well edited. I subbed several years ago (2016 maybe?) for the reptiles of course, but I grew to like your personality and humor as well. I loved the unboxing videos and care videos, and all the emerald scales stuff, but I’ve also enjoyed your vids stepping back from reptiles too. Ultimately you gotta do what’s best for you! Make content you enjoy making. The real ones will stick around :)

[@avrilmarine3098]

Same here, and agreed 💪🏽

[@fisherdogNY]

The ant series for sure

[@eggshellmilk6801]

I really loved the vlog series as well as reading comments and your live streams as well! I can definitely see how numbers can be discouraging, but theres still a handful of us who really like you and support you!!

[@adequatemars237]

I found your channel when searching for care tips after taking in a leopard gecko from my old high school where the animals from science class were getting sent home with kids during covid to forever homes or stuck at school for those animals who weren't as lucky. I became his forever home but I learned so many care tips for so many reptiles, I remember one of the best tips was learning about lighting. Your channel definitely helped and will continue to help but that doesn't mean you don't have to keep doing it. I know people who need help will still find your videos and they will still find your channel. I do keep coming back from time to time for your personality and I do find it interesting to see how you're growing your channel and what you're planning to do with it. I always like to see youtubers mixing things up and it gets boring after a while to keep doing the same thing for years and years. I also think your voice is very calming so there are certain youtubers I will put on videos in the background to get work done because their voice is just soothing for my adhd and I don't get distracted.

[@nyxqd1290]

I’m actually new here. I’ve been watching reptile KZbin for about a year and a half now, and you were always on my periphery. Recently though you got suggested in my algorithm, and I started binging your content. You’re a couple years younger than me, and it’s been awesome to see someone who’s around my age making this content because you have a different perspective and approach than a lot of older creators in the space. Hate to see that I’m super late to the party, but I’ll eagerly watch whatever you put out in the future. Edit: I used to be a content creator for instagram. (Key phrase being “used to.”) I completely relate to you talking about burnout and struggling to keep up with a schedule. I first got on the platform when it was only about three years old, and found my niche a year later in a community that was still forming itself. I was a teen creator, like you, and I had lots of energy and passion for what I did. Then… Facebook bought instagram, the algorithm got messed up, I had some major personal issues that affected my consistency, and so of course my page completely plateaued and started to die. I watched this happen while other creators who’d been bigger than me before the change in ownership or who had better engagement continued to grow, and nothing I did with my own page could stop the inevitable. I got discouraged, I got burnt out, and eventually I just shut the whole thing down. My career lasted for almost six years, and sometimes I sincerely miss content creation. I’ve definitely batted around the idea of getting into a new space on a different platform, but I don’t know if I actually will. The whole reason I wrote this edit was just to say that I get it, what you said resonated with my experience, and you’re not alone. Thanks for everything, Alex. I hope that your life starts feeling like it’s lived more on your own terms now.

[@mweitz1213]

Feel like I got to watch you grow up! Proud of your bro! I even enjoy your random videos. your battle with the ants got me back here after not seeing any videos pop up for a while.

[@lunalightfoot9765]

I got into your channel when I was originally researching how to care for my leopard gecko. I loved your unboxing videos, not because of the animals, but because of your personality. I stuck around :D

[@erintraicene7422]

I vote for “Road Trips with Alex.” 🤗 I really liked going on the adventures and thought your editing was especially well done. whatever you do I think you’ll do great at. Thanks for sharing Alex.

[@_nocturnal_11]

You never died. I watched your videos for years and you convinced me to buy a leopard gecko which I just bought. You have brought me so much laughter over the years and you are an absolute legend to me. Dead or not, you have helped so many people with their reptiles.

[@EagleEye905]

Came for the reptiles but stayed for the person. Been watching for years and we are similar in age, I look forward to the next chapter!

[@carriem2115]

Hi Alex. I remember when I found your channel around 2-3 years ago. I had so much fun watching all your videos. I'm a different person now, and I can't expect my own niche interests to stay the same, so I am not as interested in reptiles anymore. But I still really respect your personality and humor and will always treasure watching those videos with you, whether they were leopard gecko care videos or unboxings, etc. Even if I don't watch regularly anymore, I enjoy popping by - I really enjoyed the fire ants series. Thanks especially for being a huge part of my life back then! best of luck to you now :)

[@brandynstanton4121]

I started following you when I got my ball python, and I continue to follow you because I like you. I don't watch all of your content now, but the most recent one I watched was your 5 state vlog, which I greatly enjoyed. I intend to stay subscribed, and check in from time to time. Good luck with your job, Alex!

[@cecilyhenkel6877]

Thanks for all of the reptile care info. Really helped me out with my first BP. Best of luck on all future endeavours! 🎉

[@Wolfy428]

I really like your humor so I'll watch pretty much whatever. Your garden and home blogs were honestly my favorite even though I first subscribed for the reptile content. Do what makes YOU happy!

[@jakeharris3409]

I definitely was drew to this Chanel due to reptiles and how much you helped! I really enjoyed that aspect. Not so much into the video games and other things if reptiles make a comeback I’ll be checking in for sure!

[@das-too-bad-ig]

I love your videos and I appreciate that you have started to upload videos you enjoy making like the chicken coop vlogs or just general updates on your company etc. I haven't watched you as much these past few months, but also less of your videos have been suggested to me despite being a subscriber. I will always appreciate your presence on this platform no matter if you "fall off" or your channel "dies". I've watched you for years and no matter what direction you go, your personality is what I stay for, so thank you!

[@humphreybiggins8295]

Honestly I miss your old content a lot, I’m a huge fan of herpetology and animal care and it was fun to see a popular KZbinr my exact age, doing exactly what I want to do for a living, and actually being successful in it! However I know how you feel about not wanting that to be your whole thing for the foreseeable future, and are shifting toward a different approach to YT videos. I’ll miss it, and I might not watch a lot of your new stuff, but I’ll be along for the ride to see how the channel grows. 😊

[@tia7145]

I got into your videos because of the reptiles and unboxing videos. I have a carrot tailed leopard gecko & enjoyed seeing how you took care of yours & your insight.

[@poke_cactushobby3780]

Hay you did a lot of great stuff over the years. People and times change. This was one chapter in your life, but now you need extra character development ig so now its time for change. Change while scary is good. Growth hurts, but regardless of what you do you'll find what you want. Your doing fantastic.

[@alyssae6597]

I’m not one to usually comment, but I found your channel by your unboxing videos, absolutely loved your sense of humor and personality so I stuck around, I have no personal interest really in reptiles but you had me coming back to watch even those, I have thoroughly enjoyed the shift if in your channel and plan to stick around with whatever you do!

[@Snowstar837]

Honestly, your editing skills and sense of humor are really great - have you thought about doing slightly longer-form content? An example could be the video on spider BPs, but I get if you don't want it to be focused on reptiles (though with something like this, you don't have the commitment of something like your unboxing videos). I always enjoy your "opinion/take" videos on things because you never pretend to know more than you do, and you're both reasonable and refuse to mince words when needed. I think your current skillset would transfer well to content like that. I'm glad you aren't pushing yourself too hard, though! That's important. :)

[@rettekram]

Hey! Our family really enjoyed your videos when we first got our fat tail gecko several years ago. However, we moved oversees recently and had to give him away to some close friends. I'll definitely recommend your channel to them as they continue caring for the gecko. Keep up the good work!

[@Absolutely-Maybe]

I have been watching you for years. Your videos are almost constantly on while I work. I love the vlogs, the moving videos, the business and home improvement stuff. I also like watching your streams. I appreciate how realistic you are and I hope that you are still going to make videos for many years to come because its like watching someone at a similar stage in life as me and its inspiring me to achieve my big goals. I will always watch your content, regardless of what it is and I cant wait to see what you will be working on next! Best wishes.

[@magicketchup4564]

I originally subscribed and watched your videos due to it being centralised around reptiles and your funny personality, but recently seeing your new videos i've come to realize i like whatever contente you post no matter what. I have been watching you videos for years now and you have really helped me figure myself out and inspired me to try and do new things. You live rent free in my head lol. Post whatever makes you happy I will love it all !!! Maybe this is a new transition stage to a new point in your KZbin journey were you will keep a certain percentage of ur old audience , but gain a new once as well ? Who knows 🤷‍♂ I'm exited none the less to follow you along this journey :)

[@shilohstillman9165]

Happy to say I watch your content for you and anything you upload, i’d watch! I even go back and watch old videos often. Keep doing the things you love and i’ll be here for those uploads! :)

[@RoseCityReptilesTX]

I can relate. My interest are narrow and I dive in deep and burn out. I love documenting my interest and have learned to set boundaries with youtube.

[@VillianousKitty]

Both me and my partner watch you for your personality, and whatever content you churn out we've enjoyed wholeheartedly. I hope you find your new rhythm in the new year, I want nothing more than to see you succeed on this platform, your humour is so underappreciated

[@avgjoeshow4208]

I just recently started watching you cause we got my daughter a corn snake for Christmas. Love your stuff man. Super immensely helpful!! Keep it coming you’re doing amazing work!!

[@TheFutureOverlord]

I come and go in waves, recently I had an opportunity to actually start getting into the hobby and I'm waiting on my first baby dragon to hatch! I've been brushing up to make sure I'm ready you've got lots of good info here ❤️

[@ninathomas9856]

Alex you were literally the creator who got me back into reptiles, leading to me getting the 6 I have now. But! I watch every one of your videos and make sure to check in to make sure that I didn't miss any. Some of us are still here and as long as you still like making videos, we'll watch!

[@lottehuiberts]

I used to watch every single reptile video you posted and watched about half of your more- personal/daily life/vlog videos. I like your personality in every video. I think the quality of content (to me at least, probably not for everyone) of your last videos were less to me than your reptile related videos. Although I still like the videos cause of you, I feel like I like a better camera quality would help me stay more engaged in your daily/vlog kind of videos. The educational/reptile videos just got me hooked 100% of the video and the vlogging type gets me hooked like 60% of the video. Not saying it's bad whatever you do! Please do whatever makes you happy. Your channel is still here, perhaps not as popular as it was, but perhaps it will be again. Who knows right?! I'll definitely stay subscribed and check out your YT content :)

[@Khaoscntrl]

Your videos helped me a lot when I first got into reptile keeping and information, I'll admit your unboxings were some of my fave entertaining content that I even showed to family but I've been tuning in to catch up on your random home/building vlogs as well. The streams aren't my thing but that's just a ME thing being in my early 30's and unable to game as I use to, but your personality made the blogs fun as well :) Still here, don 't intend to unsub unless you shut down.

[@nonabonn]

weirdly your random content is what got me back into the channel! Like 4 or so years ago I was thinking about getting a crested gecko, but then two and a half years ago I entered a lease with the strictest pet clauses I've ever seen. So I stopped watching & kind of forgot, but about a month ago I randomly got you in my recommended feed again & was like "oh yeah!" been watching regularly since haha. Your pubg streams were great haha

[@micparker2235]

Like most, I originally started watching your videos because of the reptiles (specifically, the unboxings, which I binged in like two nights). However, I think you're really funny and fun to watch, so I fully believe you could branch into other kinds of content quite successfully (if you want to). Best of luck to you with all future endeavors--burnout is very relatable.

[@Kim-cb3us]

I came here for reptile content and stayed for your realness and entertaining personality. A lot of reptile channels are too in-your-face and over the top sometimes. I appreciate your laid back attitude and relatable perspective. You’re even open about audience goals and profits. But what makes your channel the first one I check for new content is your outlook on ordinary life stuff. Road trips, yard maintenance, fixing things, Craigslist stories. It’s super relaxing along with the fun humor. I was really looking forward to a video on your home buying experience. Honestly, if you just post random check ins with life updates, I’d watch it. Probably not very fulfilling for you though, lol. I will say that your videos are more advertisement-heavy than a lot of others I watch, which gets tiring. But thank you for not reminding us to “Like and subscribe! Don’t forget to turn on notifications!” in every video, that drives me crazy!

[@faithh.4948]

I originally got into your channel for the reptile content, but I have to say I love where you have took the channel. I really enjoy watching your vlogs and look forward to seeing the new ones you post 😄

[@amandam1969]

I LOVE your videos about doing stuff around your house like with the chickens or you fixing/building stuff or road trip videos. Dont care for the “rating your reptile cages” videos but do miss unboxing vids.

[@imjustdewi7098]

I began watching for your reptiles but I definitely stayed for you. You're an extremely interesting person and your life is different from mine since you live in the US and I don't. Be yourself and do what you love, the people who truly follow for you will stay!

[@RockMiner101]

i really liked this video, it gave a real look into how a youtube career can go, and a reality check that most people don't become Mr beasts. love how honest you are

[@thekennek]

I personally don't mind if you're reptile centric. I enjoyed your attempt at cooking, the home renos, the ant war, gardening in general, day in the life I really enjoy. I love your content

[@obtained360]

you encouraged me to get a leopard gecko a few months ago! love your channel, fell off or not

[@GoHerping]

epic

[@BluePetals22]

me too

[@beardiedragling9803]

Personally, I like your channel more when its like this - more random, fun, creative content. You are the youtuber I come to when I need a laugh. If you keep doing you, I'll keep watching :)

[@DanDoesGame]

You seem like a really nice guy. Im new, i found this because i am going through the stage of trying to revive myself. So I, just like you and gonna follow just because you seem like a nice guy that honestly explained what a lot of courses that cost a ton explain in a couple.10 minute vids. I think you will continue to grow, pivoting is just very hard with the impressions, ctr & watch time focus.

[@jesspruss8768]

i will watch anything, but i truly get so excited when you upload videos. Youre one of my favorite channels.

[@TheKitty1039]

What ever you choose to go with in this channel or anything I'll be here.im sure some of us is still here to support somehow.

[@ajm7490]

tbh I never cared about reptiles I just found you as a person super entertaining. I will continue to watch all your future videos ! the variety really helps with the parasocial relationship I've developed lol

[@StainlessShot]

Just started looking into reptiles this week and your videos have really helped .

[@GoHerping]

still good to hear!

[@chrisegnoto]

I totally feel for you, Man. I think my channel died, too. That and all the stuff I've had going on on the last 5 months or so.....impacted my channel BIG TIME. That and KZbin burnout :/

[@sking3014]

I really enjoy your videos, thanks for your honesty and humour. You are an amazing creator.

[@onlytheplanetmatters]

you're one of the 5 or 6 creators I actually have notifications on for. But I never see you upload anymore. For the record, what brought me to GoHerping was was your Emerald Scales but what impressed me about you was your business mindset. I've shared a few of them that were not particularly reptile related.

[@Mowags1738yeah]

I’m super excited for the changes, reptiles brought me to your channel but that’s not why I subscribed. Always here for YOU ❤

[@SebastianBleak]

Dude! I'm not a big reptile guy but I did find you back around 2018. I was looking up info on snakes because I ran into one while on a hike in Los Angeles. My wife and I (mostly me) watch all your videos and 👍🏽 all of them cuz we bought into you. Thanks for keeping us entertained. We really bonded over trying to watch your entire library. You're awesome! You're appreciated! 👊🏽😎🌴

[@KostaVlotis]

Not sure if you'll ever read this but.... Started watching you because you were the most interesting and most knowledgeable reptile guy and you tought us how to care for our bearded dragon in a way that was fun to watch. Your personality keeps me and my girlfriend very interested in your channel even if it's a video of you driving... Find something you love to do and keep making videos! Your personality keeps your content fun to watch and I'll stay subbed!

[@speardrops]

Really enjoy videos like this, especially ones where you analyze the rises and falls of your channel, what you did well, what didn't do so well, what you would do differently etc.

[@ZaDussault]

The honest trust is sometimes hard, but if I'm being honest, I love your personnality, the way you talk about things and your jokes and love your videos, but I indeed started watching fewer and fewer of your videos with the content shift because I'm just less into vlog type videos. I loved them when they were in between videos that were more reptile related, but I indeed feel like (in my head) they are becomming a bit redundant. I do think it's okay for you to do whay pleases YOU tho, even if it's hard. If I just had to explain why, I love the stories, but I think the visuals are what fails to keep me entertained. I would love to hear them in person, or narrated while you're doing other stuff, but that's just my preferences too! I wish you success in whatever you choose for the future, and I will not promise to watch it all, nor to like it all, but I'll come by sometimes to see what your channel is up to. I do watch for the person AND the content too, but that's just me, I'll choose the content I like and then try to find youtubers that make it entertaining.

[@minaaa3274]

I’ve originally started watching you because of reptiles but as I’ve watched you through the years I’ve started watching videos because it’s you. Either way I’m here to stay :)

[@cathywilliams7336]

I love your videos. Look forward to seeing your new ones. You taught me so much about the animals and I loved it. Good luck.

[@Rayneworld]

Yeah I'm sorry, I haven't been watching the last few months. I do still like you and your content, and I would say I still watch for you and not just the reptiles. I just kind of phase in and out of channels sometimes. But I hope you're able to succeed in what you do! I love when I check back in on a channel later and they have some good vids and are doing well. It's very interesting to see how your channel has gone! Thanks for sharing it, it's very insightful to get an inside view of what it's like to make content.

[@fiftysixscgex]

i still watch your videos from time to time alex, reptiles or not, i’ve always thought u were one of the cooler/unique content creators on this platform. we still love you ❤

[@radiantkratos5562]

“Anyway! My channel dead! *clap clap*” 😂 So weird suggestion, but I’d be super interested to hear what your financial strategys are. I remember before you said you found finance interesting. Or maybe what it’s like having an HOA home

[@vickielouisefit]

I always watched your channel for reptiles, and admittedly I don’t watch you so much anymore. But I do like to come back and check in every now and again, see how you’re doing or what you’re getting up to because I do genuinely like your demeanour and your sense of humour 😂

[@pernillermarquart571]

started watching for the reptile content but have enjoyed your other videos a lot. pretty much the only I dont watch is the live ones cause I just dont have the time. I was happy with you moving on to other content since it was clear to see how mentally drained u where and it was nice to see you be more energetic.

[@kype5258]

lol... I'm subbed since a few years ago, but I hate to admit I kinda forgot that this channel even existed. It's really ironic that this is the first video from you in months that makes my recommendation feed. Granted I moved away from nature and animal related content recently, so that probably explains it, but I'd still prefer the old system, where viewers get the videos that they signed up for instead the videos that will keep me on the platform for the longest time based on the calculations of the algorithm.

[@lindak3030]

I guess I'm one of the viewers who watch you for you. I don't have reptiles, I don't really care that much about them, but you're entertaining, and I learn stuff about a topic I don't know anything about. So you do you. Some of us will be here.

[@jennj1467]

I personally will watch anything you create regardless what the content is! Keep experimenting and make sure you enjoy what you create. Nobody can be mad at you for being burnt out, it happens to everyone!

[@uasparts]

Congrats, Alex- I have to admit I nearly dropped your channel, as I joined for your herpetology content. Watching people play video games is a useless waste of time for me, that goes for watching yourself, or anyone. I’m glad you’re still here, and that you’re now making content that’s interesting (to me) again, happy to see you’re not afraid of changing directions and most recently, adding your working the “real world” vids with the package drops. We enjoy watching you grow, you’re a very nice, highly intelligent young man who is more keen and observant than most men twice your age. Keep up the good work, and I’ll keep on watching. 👍🏾 Also, how is Betty doing? I love that toad, she’s so beautiful and feisty! 😆❤️

[@RoxanneDomizi13]

as many have said, channel dying or not I am so grateful for the hours of entertainment and also the wealth of good info on taking care of my sweet gecko that I've gotten from you. you're one of maybe three KZbin channels I regularly check.

[@davkaufmansreptileadventures]

Alex I think you are dead on point. Burn out is real. Falling off after about five years is real. Most of my time is spent trying to reinvent myself and my channels and trying not to worry about what I know is inevitable, but yeah, I wish we creators could take time off without YT "punishing" us. I travel for a living and I could use a vacation. Haven't had one in years. Point is, I think you're doing it right by changing things up a bit on your channel. I hope it does good things for you coming up.

[@katelyn8743]

I went about things backwards, I owned a leopard gecko like 8 years ago but outside of that I've never kept reptiles lol your unboxing videos and sense of humor is what drew me to the reptile community, I think some of my favorites videos were the war against the fire ants, I've seen so many KZbinrs come and go, and it's just the natural progression of time

[@hydroho]

i look forward to seeing more of your personal videos. i'm one of the few that like watching for your personality and humor!

[@Matteochrisd]

Even if your channel dies I’ll keep watching bc you made me get back into reptiles and your responsible for my first and only reptile as of right now my leopard gecko 🦎 thank you papa herpies

[@TheCarcho612]

Whether or not your channel is dying, I’ve been here since I subscribed. I’ve watched every video since then, and one’s before, liked them, and have been appreciated for the knowledge you give I really love all your content, about reptiles, the live streams, random gaming things here and there, all the other ones, I think it’s great and I find you hilarious and it’s really a joy to watch your videos

[@Stevesteacher]

The harsh truth about being a KZbinr, at some point everyone will start running out of steam, I wish you all the best tho, you made great content over the years, helpful and inspiring, I'll still be subscribed, because I enjoyed the videos, even those that were not about reptiles and care specifically Also sad to see Emerald Scales will be going as well, was hoping to buy a snake from there someday 💔

[@Ms.NoNo2]

That whole formula and trend thing is so true. This is why I plan on being a variety channel when I start. It’ll be niche, but the niche is multifaceted so the content will be varied.

[@treasurestatetarantulas406]

I enjoy your personality along with the reptile niche and you’ve definitely been one of my top reptile dudes but I can’t do the other content that you create I just have completely different interests. I will never unsubscribe and 10 years from now we’ll still be talking about your reptile channel and maybe that reptile passion will reignite one day. Thanks for the content big dog 🤘🏼

[@GoHerping]

thanks!

[@brennencanfield4856]

It definitely makes me sad that you don't have a passion for reptiles anymore. We all end up changing our interests eventually so it is understandable. I will still probably keep watching you as a creator but every now and then I will have to watch an older video as a throwback. After all, what put you apart from other reptile creators was your sense of humor and your overall personality

[@dredorida3837]

I came for the reptile content, and I'll admit that I haven't been as up-to-date on your videos as I used to be --but I still have you on post notifications, and enjoy the gardening and chicken vids! I'll be here for your personality regardless. Just maybe less than I originally was, and that's ok, because you need to do what makes you happy :) and I"ll be along for the ride in some capacity either way

[@gtowncalvin8769]

You are the reason I own a snake. Even though you have moved away from reptiles I’ll still keep watching. You are genuinely an enjoyable person to watch. Plus I feel indebted in a way.

[@ebazii]

I'm the kinda person who enjoys the content creator rather than the content itself. You've always been entertaining and fun to watch, it's sorta like hanging out with a friend while watching you if that makes sense. I'll always be here, Alex :)

[@AcemberArt]

I think your channel's going to take a bit to readjust to the new content theme. Cause if you think about it.. it's been based on this one topic for so long (reptiles) that now with the switch nothing is optimized for what you're switching over to. Your keywords, your suggested videos, your viewership, everything is changing. The KZbin algorithm is gonna have to figure you out again entirely, and battle it's reptile bias. There are gonna be people who watch regardless just for you and your personality like you said, but you're gonna have to make up for all the reptile viewers that you lost, which were probably the majority. Not bad, but still a p big hit. Glad you're gonna try to keep going it sounds like? Hope the break and getting slowly back into it in the way YOU want to will help! i did get into your videos at first for the reptile stuff, but your personality and humor are incredibly entertaining, so at this point.. yeah I will watch p much whatever LOL. Good luck to you! Hope you find something that works!

[@MJ-cr2mn]

love your channel man you were my favorite person for learning about proper care got rehomed a corn snake and your videos helped me so much then i got a turtle and now i got another turtle that was rehomed to me i love the videos and channel no matter what your doing i check back every week for something new from ya it’s nice to have a person that is so transparent as you are your honest and it’s hard to come by stay positive and good luck! it’s a tough world

[@hanana658]

commenting for the algorithm. hope more people discover you and love your channel as much as I do.

[@AtlasMulloy]

All things must come to an end, and regardless of whether you are taking in reptiles yourself, you have helped so many people learn to properly care for reptiles, and that's huge! We'll be seeing you around

[@GoHerping]

thanks :) but i really just see all of it as a teenage project where i got to learn a lot in order to prepare myself for more important things. kind of like my own equivalent of a college degree