My Croc Monitor Came After Me!

[@Moelocomoe]

After he found the first biscuit, and Kenan tried feeding him another all I could think was “TRex doesn’t want to be fed, he wants to hunt. “

[@shelygrimmer3344]

You are a rare person, that admits your mistakes allowing others to also learn from your mistakes. You explain what you did and how you correct the mistake. Thank you for all you do.

[@sallyrutledge8238]

EXACTLY ! Maturity and caring are demonstrated by admitting mistakes... Kenan and Matt are superb mentors for all of us.

[@mukulsharma1090]

He was coming at you with the focus like a velociraptor in Jurassic Park. 😅

[@Gundams.and.Graffiti]

If anything the Jurassic Park raptors are a cheap imitation of real lizards. Also velociraptor was the size of a turkey not a man

[@pinkysaurusrex8964]

@@Gundams.and.Graffiti if you've seen a bunch of chickens attack a small creature that wanders into the yard, you can see their velociraptor heritage in action lol

[@Gundams.and.Graffiti]

@@pinkysaurusrex8964 all dromeosaurs are vicious. I just know I could easily defend myself from a velociraptor. What this kid means is deinonychus or Utah raptor or literally anything actually big enough to be scary

[@marniballet]

Very glad Matt was with you ❤ And very glad Matt listened without hesitation when you said to get out of there. Trust is really important (for reptiles and humans) 😅

[@michaelpriestley1304]

He's such a good boi!! The enrichment he gets from searching for food is amazing to watch. You can practically see the smile on his face when he finds a piece of food

[@mypetvelociraptor]

That’s the first time I’ve seen a crocodile monitor act like an Argus!😂 you probably don’t wanna wear those shoes again lol. My guy wants to attack anything that’s red.

[@parkerc6369]

Thank you for being an advocate for thoughtful respectful keeping in this community

[@fastbreak0822]

Well done Kenan...... You are a great representation of the herp culture bro...... Croc monitor scratches and bites are nothing to play with..... Respect bro..... Respect ....

[@alpoh]

The respect and love that Kenan has for his animals should be the standard. He gives them the space and patience they need. Seeing him understand/ learn more about Chase in such an intuitive and receptive way is so sweet and inspiring.

[@AJeepADroneAndAnOldMan]

Beautiful animal, my wife and I started watching your channel when we started getting into red foot tortoises. We have two of them that are about six months old. You are always the first resource we use when we have questions. Thanks for all you do for God’s wonderful creations.

[@sallyrutledge8238]

❤

[@carschmn]

1:22 he is like where’s the food?

[@samsabruskongen]

Glad you take your precautions Kenan. Please tell Chandler to start doing the same before it is too late.

[@willowashe]

I have so much respect for people like Kenan and their attitude toward safety of the person and the animal. Ugh, when I saw the 30 vials of anti-venom, all I could think of was how much that would cost if Chandler had been in America when it happened. I’m sure he has some kind of insurance or the like, and hopefully it covers messing around with wild venomous snakes for clickbait content when filming them in their habitat would have sufficed. I want to like Chandler; he seems like a really fun and personable guy. But I just can’t get behind how reckless he can be.

[@saga2964]

Yes!!! Showing silly antics is irresponsible, not only for your own safety, but for your audience who watches you to set an example. High commendation for showing respect for what these animals are!

[@thecatsmeow9972]

Thx Matt for shutting the door , he could of ran out while Kenan walks away forgetting too lol

[@julierobertson148]

What a revealing experience! We got to see the three of you in a dangerous and potentially tragic circumstance that turned out well for all concerned. Too many new things at once? He seemed to really calm down once he had a chance to investigate. We all learned so much, which is why I watch Kamp Kenan.

[@sallyrutledge8238]

Yes... this is why I am still here too !

[@jakeaffleck3307]

Tragic? Fucking settle down worst case scenario he’s cops a nasty bite he’s not gunna die.

[@brettsoutdoorexperience9422]

The intelligence on that animal is unreal man.

[@kristinmcintosh91]

Well turns out he is more tame than Marge! Wow this is such a great video to share with people it gives that mission statement of Kenan's, the reason I became hooked years ago. 👏

[@sallyrutledge8238]

YES !!!

[@talltraveler82]

Once they're really on the pellets you can hide them around the enclosure for them to "hunt" which would be dope enrichment for them!

[@lauraokelly2644]

I foresee croc monitor easter egg hunts in the future. He sure is a beautiful animal!

[@danielleshavik7882]

How you managed to stay so outwardly calm during that is beyond me - This was so cool to see Kenan, thank you for sharing!! 🙂👍

[@tinaweeks1349]

Kenan, you did an excellent job handling that situation. I don't see any mistakes made because how are you to know what his reaction was going to be? You are learning about this incredible monitor and we are privileged that you share your experiences. Thankyou.

[@reptilespecialist5220]

MANY MANY mistakes.

[@dhampir216]

That was a feeding response that boy is hungry! Better feed him!

[@jeb_vlogsmiller-zs8iz]

He was actually foraging looking for food,and Kenan happen to be in close proximity 😅

[@keldaMouse]

YAY!!!! Success with eating gator chow!!🐊 I was cheering.👏 Love the patience and care you all show to this powerful lovely croc monitor! ❣Slinky falling at the end like a big o' gummy was so funny and cute.

[@jaybird634]

Uh , the monitor never ate the croc chow .

[@lucas.2.3.9.4]

@@jaybird634 it helps if you watch the whole video 😂

[@YachtRockFiend]

"I like having fingers and toes" haha Chandler

[@sallyrutledge8238]

My mind went to Chandler as well.... but he is a lot younger. I hope Chandler learns from his experience.

[@tbella5186]

He just wanted to play! You guys handled that beautifully!

[@reptilespecialist5220]

Not even close did they handle that well.

[@theMaDNesS201]

hey man, 100% agree better safe than sorry. As for the chow, try cracking it open next time, my animals were very similar at first but when i broke them open they were all on it

[@mrsb1212]

He was happy to see you and just wanted a hug 😂 I’m glad you went back in again and ended your interaction on a positive note, rather than on a negative one👍🏼

[@Lissyhead2]

This is such a great video to show just how dangerous these animals can be, but then WHAT TO DO about it work with them and get them past it.

[@clintonneuhaus1818]

You have such compassion. I can't promise I wouldn't have punt kicked that guy just from an instinct for self preservation. Hahaha. That's why you're the man, Keenan.

[@nataliebillon8941]

Awesome video watched you from the start and also how handsome is chase so much a good looking monitor

[@sallyrutledge8238]

Damn ! Well, Chase surely is not afraid of you ! But you two handled that VERY well.. . the safety measures you took and your mental work of trying to understand WHY it happened. The process is definitely like walking a tightrope.... Thank you so much for taking us along on a real learning experiment. I actually yelled and clapped when Chase took his biscuit ! CONGRATULATIONS !

[@creepycreations3749]

He totally looked right at you in the end. Amazing , beautiful animal!

[@StonedtotheBones13]

12:45 reminds me of a parent trying to get their baby to realize food is good. Also love "They can't all be Slinkies!" *Slinky falls to the ground* 👌 I wonder if the croc chow was just 1 too many unfamiliar things? Bc you don't always have Matt, and I'm assuming he doesn't wear the same exact thing every time either

[@rosewright9451]

I think it's great that you understand the monitor and know when to back off. You also know that if you crouch down the monitor calmed down a bit. Keep teaching.

[@michaelmckenna14]

He is absolutely adorable lol

[@coloraturaElise]

I never get tired of watching monitor lizards....they're so interesting! And I get really good vibes from this guy; he's a croc monitor, but he just seems curious to me, not scary. Maybe I didn't see all his most subtle body language, but I got the impression he wanted to be closer to you, Kenan, to check you out.

[@loriw2661]

I wonder if the color contrast between the light color of your sneakers and the darker color of the ground around them is what he noticed. On top of that, every time you move, he sees his prey. What a cool video, Kenan. He’s absolutely gorgeous!!🦎❤️🦎 Edit: I had to come back and say how amazing it is to watch him think. You can see his brain working. He’s magnificent, Kenan. Edit #2: I’m sorry this is so long but I’m so glad you included the part about not wanting to do dangerous stuff for clicks. There are some in particular that do it that should know better. Again, sorry this is so long. Next time I’ll wait till the end of the video before I leave 5,000 comments. 🤣😂

[@jebVlogs556]

I was thinking 🤔 about that as well.. according to what I've read, they're eyes are complex even more so than a camera. They also like a dog/bird keep their ears(or ear holes close to the ground) unlike a jaguar that "weaves its head* from side to side looking for an opening,and monitors dont attack from the back of a prey whos looking at them(but they attack looking with heads looking downward,in arc than weave their heads from side to side,looking for a reaction not another opening than attack again from the downward arc position) and yes the light and dark might have thrown off Chase focal receptors..

[@KampKenan]

haha no worries Lori, we love hearing from you!

[@carolyndavis8111]

You do things the correct way, not the risky way. That is not safe for you or the animal. Thank you for the things you teach us all.

[@marcellacruser951]

I read that as enthusiastic rather than aggressive. I think he's feeling you out for trust too, Kenan. He wants to trust you and he knows you bring good things and you don't hurt him. Big progress between y'all... just a little scary. LOL

[@karylphan9899]

He knows you feed them and was probably very hungry… he wants to hunt for them. He doesn’t want to bite the tongs. The look he gave you when you picked up the piece was”don’t ruin my fun hunting”😁

[@ryanfields5181]

Chase was just living up to his name😂

[@AvengerII]

At 4:18 -- Speaking of Komodo Dragons, Kenan --- I recently saw an episode of the original Jonny Quest (1964, Hanna-Barbera, animated) on TubiTV that featured a villain who had Komodo Dragons for guards. The Dragons turned on him and devoured him at the end of the episode! 😂🤣😂 (Offscreen death, of course, but it was heavily implied...) So much for loyalty to Master! 😅

[@RoseCityReptilesTX]

Great video and talking points! ❤️

[@radfishguy6784]

That slinky fall at the end😂😂

[@ADJexotics]

So close to a million subs. You deserve it.

[@SweetNaz78]

Such a beautiful animal. Thank you for everything you guys do

[@h.o.j2375]

I honestly thought he smelled the food but thought your shoe was it cause you’re foot moved and he reacted to the movement. It was just a feeding response.

[@twoturtletom]

Thanks for sharing it all Kenan! I’d love to hear Tom Curtchfield’s take about what happened. Could the animal sense your hesitation just before he struck?

[@sallyrutledge8238]

Kenan visited Tom Crutchfield after his hand was bitten by a Crock Monitor. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGfFnWSajbNsn6s

[@mrs_pinkmist]

what about strap on pads for ur legs like some kinda padding skateboard/motorcycle padding for ur legs when training like this? even under long pants..

[@BC-kx5zb]

On one end we have Chase whos cautiously and methodically searching for food in his cage. And then on the other, we get Good ol' Slinky just being goofball.

[@cynthialbell9023]

Hi kenan I really enjoyed this video. I think that he did not like your shoes.Thank goodness that Mr. Crutchfield gave you so much information about croc monitors. Chase is very intelligent. You can see he was thinking about his actions. I guess he was over stimulated. A very good learning experience. I am so glad that he ate he croc chow. ❤Your reptiles. Cindy

[@HardTimes2.0]

Has anyone told you that you have a very similar voice to. Tom Hanks??????? You're the best bro

[@carolyndavis8111]

You respect your animals and they in turn respect you.

[@Robin-kg1yv]

25:55 the best and funniest part of the whole video

[@YochevedDesigns]

Kenan's shoes - "He hates these cans!" 😂

[@chrissycopeland8064]

This was amazing to watch! I have a whole new level of respect for you Kenan!

[@erichtomanek4739]

Try wearing full body, head to foot, chainmail the next time you feed any Croc Monitor! Or greaves! Kenan, a Knight in shining armour, boldly goes forth to feed his voracious Dragons!

[@oyster_3694]

Time for some steel toed boots my friend!!😂

[@kaitlyn888]

I would rather watch your channel where I can see theses magnificent creatures being themselves in a natural environment as possible!!! I don’t enjoy ppl forcefully gaining entertainment using the lives of there creators putting them in horrible situations that are not there natural state!!! You do a wonderful job keeping there beautiful creatures in as close as possible to there natural live and environment it’s beautiful

[@KimandFrank]

The difference you're not doing it for views, you're doing it for a better environment and relationship for your animals. You would be doing this even if you were not a you tube King of reptiles

[@sallyrutledge8238]

YES... a good teacher !

[@SeanCooper1970]

Your videos are awesome. So interesting. Full of info. A bit if drama is always great content tooooo. Thanks Kamp !🤘🏻

[@squeakatu1981]

Slinky to Matt: No food, no video or photographs buddy!! 😂 Thank you for sharing this video with us and not making Chance out to be a dangerous monster. I'm sure the keepers you were talking about would have made this out to be a bigger situation or over dramatised it and made Chance look bad.

[@KampKenan]

Thank you Squeakatu

[@marypierce529]

My savannah monitors act the same way when they are introduced to new smells.

[@willowswhispers577]

Very interesting and it’s neat seeing his brain work

[@reptilemetaljen]

Matt is such a cool friend! I think the croc chow plus the heat had that lizard fired up lol also well said about not taking chances

[@soradicalreticsandmonitors2390]

When the interaction is just feeding them you will get this . Socializing monitors is safer for the keeper! He so wants to be your friend . He is so wanting a pet!!!

[@MFoster392]

Nobody should feed a Croc Monitor with their hands, really shouldn't feed any big lizard with their hands. They can do just as much damage as a small gator or crock and nobody's stupid enough to feed them by hand. You can really tell the difference how professionals at zoo's handle certain animals especially when feeding them compared to some idiots on KZbin who treat their reptile like it's a domesticated dog or cat. Then when the animal does accidently bite them it makes the animal look dangerous they never look at the idiot owner. :-(

[@jeb_vlogsmiller-zs8iz]

That's why Florida(Game Wardens and Fishing& Wildlife) look into these cases and track these owners down(and yes, even without social media or a forum online) those conversationalist or Wardens of local/Exotic wildlife can find your channel, address and close you down(and than inform KZbin) if you are being way too cavalier with these dangerous animals .).. Komondor dragons are superimposing..and people want them? If you can not handle a Perenti, Black Throat or a Iguana you got no business owning a Croc Monitor or Asian Water monitor,and you definitely couldn't handle a Komondo.. Btws, the 10th or 15 Emperor of the Ming dynasty in China had Humongous Komondo Dragons pulling his own personal chariot when he rode into villages greeting,meeting wanting to seek some new young Maidens to one day marry (these are same ones of today but are way smaller) *Remember Oxygen levels before the Revolutionary Way and Industrial Age, was 400 times cleaner* Animals grew wat larger.. The Emperor has his own komondo dragon feeders and tamers(but as of right now) they don't use that mode of transportation that's why they are all on the island of Komondo and the smaller islands ..

[@rudypeters5736]

Great video kenan and i think its the best and safe way to feed them with tweezers or thongs i feed my rudicollis also with tweezers and he is a juvenile . But this i how they learn not to mistake your hands for food, when you still do work in the enclosure or interact with them. But a great video man . He was on fire all the way.

[@kristicollett7887]

Kenan! My guy! You almost got JurAssKicked 😂❤

[@jeb_vlogsmiller-zs8iz]

More like if you know this quote "Looks like Meat is back On the Menu Boys!!"

[@therealalexmullins]

Very subtle call out on Chandler XD. Love Chandler's wildlife but he needs to chill...

[@jayv1472]

Same thing happened to me with my peach throat . This Florida heat be having the monitors fired up

[@iBeHampe]

Chase did not want that croc chow! haha He wanted real meat! So he went for you! ha I’m pretty sure it’s just that.. he could smell there was food, but he didn’t associate it to the biscuit.. but the smell had him in feed mode, and so he was confused too and just went after you!

[@mollymuch2808]

It’s amazing you are allowed to have Australian lizards

[@BLACK0718BEAUTY]

🤣🤣🤣Kenan you’re too much Lost all the food thanks for the laugh 🥰

[@jimmystockton6404]

Hahaha he was letting you know not to try him with fake food lol

[@dalekristoferserion2097]

Slinky checking if Kenan was good 😅

[@stevenshepard2381]

He just wanted something nice and juicy, not an old dried up croc biscuit. He calmed down once he realized he wasn't getting chicken!

[@joshuastover1047]

Plan on adding a double door anytime soon?

[@DaarkOneVamp]

You keep doing you, we are here so you already have our views!

[@oyster_3694]

Being so hot, he was reacting before he had a chance to process the situation!

[@jeb_vlogsmiller-zs8iz]

Exactly

[@bryonflaherty5957]

I think that some keepers in places were they can keep them outside in huge enclosures seem to be more cautious with their animals because they don’t have to have as many close interactions as people who keep indoors. And by that I mean indoor keepers can’t or shouldn’t keep animals that they are nervous about handling often. I would never hold it against anyone for being too safe . Handle your animals the way you want .

[@reptilelovercg8007]

That was so so cool man I was so hoping he would take the food

[@davidvento5481]

Chase risked it for the biscuit! 😂 Perhaps attach a chicken wing to a piece of croc chow with (easily digestible) fine cotton thread, moisten it on the tongs then try it. Reptiles don’t always accept new food items right off the bat. It’s also not good to totally change any animal’s diet immediately, even a “treat.”

[@KampKenan]

:)

[@Moser72]

I also dig how you kept the interaction going after he bumb rushed your feet. ha ha. I treat my reticulated python the same way. They are definitely smart enough to learn that a certain behavior will alter or end an interaction they might not be in the mood for or they'll connect the dots and learn a behavior for a future desired outcome (for them). It's like getting bit by a snake. If it comes down to that happening, the best thing to do is to stay calm, and basically don't react in a flighty way. Otherwise they may be reinforced to do it again. I think this monitor has the potential to be quite interactive when he's not in a food response mode. He's hard core though. lol. Plus it's just as important for you to continue the reaction and end on a hopefully calm and controlled note for your sanity. I followed that principle every time a student tried to kill me in a helicopter. Gotta stay in the saddle....giddyup!

[@michaelerato2364]

Someone Carole Baskining ya and dumped sardine juice on your shoes? lol

[@animaltitan2117]

You never know what you will learn about these amazing animals

[@karaleeann1211]

He was super inquisitive, but he didn’t seem fearful or aggressive, now he’s mad you brought croc chow instead of fresh eggs or meat! ❤❤❤ I don’t know what in that chow, but if it’s got canola oil it’s shit, like most dog kibble! Supplement my ass!

[@timjohnson9763]

He was thinking it smells Luke food, but it sure looks like a turd! 😂

[@gingernorman5663]

Slinky says, "stop this nonsense, this channel is about me"

[@MyLazyLizards]

I've found that when offering them new food, if they are hesitant to try it, I put tuna juice or chicken juice on the new food and is almost 100% successful.

[@GatorMike79]

I think I would be more afraid of that croc monitor than a komodo dragon LOL

[@mrsb1212]

I’d be more afraid of Marge 🐢😂

[@dylanz5598]

Ya need to get yourself some boots😂😂

[@ellestar2306]

Dang you weren't kidding me when you say you'd get your toes plucked off

[@AvengerII]

... and we end the video with Slinky looking almost jealous of the attention Chase was getting today!Q

[@guyiuculano9690]

He doesn’t want biscuits he wants real meat you have excited him and don’t have a real prey item to offer so he’s hunting the next best thing thats on hand your feet!! Ha ha you are doing a great job keep it up ! Great to see him catch on and eat it in the end.

[@Calamity_Jen25]

Whoa. That’ll reset your bowel schedule 😅❤

[@californiacritic9779]

Kenan using those bike skills to become a ninja. Yikes!

[@1marktanderson]

Maybe go in there with a hockey suit on. 🤣

[@KampKenan]

:)

[@mypetvelociraptor]

Be careful, bro😅

[@maryvallas772]

I think it was the bucket. As soon as it was out of sight both times, he calmed down.

[@gailwright4326]

How big will he get?