MY MINI DRAGON FAMILY IS GROWING! Red-Eyed Crocodile Skinks

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much for watching everyone! I hope you enjoyed this little update on Sonny, Sappy and their family! I'm thrilled to see that their family is not only thriving but GROWING! Don't forget to answer today's question of the day! :) Thank you so much to all my Reptiliatus Channel Patrons over on Patreon: www.patreon.com/Reptiliatus for making videos like this possible! Your support has helped fund things like new filters, tanks, and more for the crocodile skinks :)!

[@wolfybryant5499]

My question of the day answet is we was feedng my gecko a locust and she wasn’t awake yet and because we don’t have a see through table where they get there air from the top we have vents at the back but the locust could still get through so we cheered when nikka ate it

[@Reptiliatus]

@@wolfybryant5499 haha nice! Thank you for sharing your story! 🦎🦗

[@manuelh.7254]

I had a really intense nodding battle against my bearded dragon. He was really pissed off that day especially when he walked away after our battle and slipped down a small platform, because I laughed at him really loud :D poor guy My wifes most unique moment with him was at the vet, he ran straight to her and tried to hide in her sleeve because he didnt like the doctor.

[@quinnconway163]

@Reptiliatus for the question of the day, my Pac-Man frogs digital hygrometer and thermometer’s probe suction cup fell of the glass of the exo terra, i had to put it back on the glass, and he bit me and latched on, it was pretty painful, i was able to sneak a night crawler in his mouth at the time because it was feeding day, and then he let go of my finger knowing that it wasn’t food, a day later he was perfectly fine, which was a relief!

[@Reptiliatus]

@@quinnconway163 ouch!

[@gamebred5662]

Being into reptiles my entire life, I NEVER knew these existed..HOW?!? They're literally mini dragons!

[@Reptiliatus]

They are amazing creatures!

[@earlsreptiles1276]

I literally know everything about reptiles i always wanted to be tested but know one would can you reptiliatis through comments PLS

[@adrianendozo8057]

Me too. And I am from Philippines. I think I really am from a different plane/dimension. Honestly I really am shocked learning these are native from Philipiines. Another animal I just found out are stoats. Jesus im not kidding.

[@Jellybones-f4y]

Wish had a croc skink but i know i dont have the responsibilities

[@Mocha-rd8pd]

Same! Even though I have 2 cresties!

[@bouncdataz]

Yay so glad more of them are alive and well in your care!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you!

[@H0lyCha0]

That sassy one is so stinking cute! I'm so glad you've started this project and share Sonny and Sappy with us. With every video I love these tiny dragons so much more. I really hope that these guys start being captive bred more. Thank you for letting us love them with you.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Haha yea that wee one is full of spice 😅! Can’t wait to share more with you all soon’

[@CricketsMa]

Oh my gosh! Their vocalizations are so adorable!

[@Reptiliatus]

They are! I just feel bad knowing it’s not out of any happiness in this case 😅!

[@rickh3714]

What's interesting is the similarity of the vocalization to baby crocodiles! I don't know if any crocodile species are sympatric to the croc skink? I might guess in PNG they might be? Could be a Batesian mimicry survival trait? A potential predator associating that sound perhaps to young near a large nesting croc? Avoiding them perhaps in some instances?

[@andyevans8585]

My Chinese Water Dragon Rex used to always sit on my shoulder on the sofa watching TV. There was always something wonderful about coming home from a long day at work, opening his viv and him jumping out onto my should and settling there to watch TV. It was like he was saying he'd missed me lol. Sadly he passed in 2018 but my new one Hunter is following in his footstep except using my head!

[@GigaMonke7]

XDDDDDDD

[@cheryllynn4238]

They all look excellent. The babies are adorable.

[@tracybowling97]

I agree! Super duper sweet babies!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@animater2658]

Red eyed crocodile skinks really are fascinating creatures and they really trust you especially sappy

[@Reptiliatus]

Yes I am very lucky! It was a lot of work but it’s so rewarding!

[@amyesworldcatherinesminime7945]

Wholesome. We like wholesome. Those vocalisations make them beyond adorable

[@Reptiliatus]

☺️

[@CellCrafts-eg4tt]

Absolutely beautiful reptiles. Thank you for the time you have invested in these.

[@KaitlynBurtonISaGOD]

These beautiful skinks have barely any coverage online. I fell in love with them and canr wait to have the opportunity to create a colony

[@lukestinem3610]

For never being handled, they seem awfully comfortable with it. I didn't notice any accelerated breathing or other obvious signs of stress.

[@Reptiliatus]

While I don’t handle them (like ever). I do interact with them by sight and tong feed regularly so they are quite used to my presence. ☺️

[@Priest_Of_Zebak]

I think its because they try to stay as still as absolutley possible, so they don't try to breath heavily due to it causing alot of movement.

[@debbiedee1377]

Your video's make me so happy. Especially this adorable little skink family. I can't stop smiling.

[@dianaheaphy8294]

Great video! Such a treat to view these beauties up close!

[@diannenaworensky6698]

Never heard of these before. Had the blue tail and red tail in the yard. Very interesting

[@fenikeizu3392]

My heart exploded from adorable baby dragons

[@tarantulainteraction2966]

Amazing. Very educational. It’s obvious you are enjoying them.

[@Chrollo_Lucilfer]

These little fellas are so adorable whilst still having a pretty strong little presence. So cool!!!!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you!

[@xenodragonlord6007]

It's so fun watching the little ones chase the crickets down

[@Reptiliatus]

Isn’t it?! ☺️🦎🦗

[@Thescorpion1255]

I’m very shocked I always heard red eye crocodile skinks are never great handlers and stay dead still if you pick them up but it seems like even your adults don’t have much of a problem and move plenty it shows how good of a owner you are and your socialization skills I’m very impressed

[@chiefn3]

I was going to say the exact same thing very impressive

[@FrankPSF]

I was gifted a teeny, tiny Bearded Dragon. I named her Monster. She was so small when I got her that she weighed nothing ... not even detectable in my hand. Monster grew to be a little more than 15 inches. My best memories of her was taking her to my little plot in a community, organic garden. After everyone had cooed over and petted her, I would let he loose in the plot. She would run around from plant to plant, taking a big bite out of each, until she found one she really liked. She usually decided on Mustard Greens. She would lay there in the shade of the plant and lazily snack on it from time to time. She always enjoyed an outing to the garden so she could watch the world go by. I miss her every day!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks so much for sharing your sweet story! She sounds like she was a lovely lizard! 🦎

[@great-grandmakirk8828]

I love these cute skinks, the babies are extra cute too. I like watching them eat and seeing the eggs hatch.😍❤️👏🏼👍🏻 Sonny and Sappy are such good parents.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you very much! I certainly agree!

[@angharadcrossley6253]

This video always cheers me up! Lovely little beasties.

[@TheVesperine]

So cute! I have a pair myself, and they just had a baby. I´m so happy!

[@aj_412]

Awesome man! I’ve always loved this reptile and I kno they’re more of a rare one. Have never seen anyone successfully breed them n have the luxury of watching hatchlings grow along side their parents! Very lucky

[@animater2658]

When ever you come to sappys enclosure she knows it’s time for some food

[@Reptiliatus]

Always!

[@danfizzy2876]

They are extremely cute!! Thanks for sharing

[@Reptiliatus]

Yes indeed! Thanks for watching!

[@Xxluvable94xX]

Crocodile skink is spot on. They’re pocket crocs

[@haileymatthew4016]

QOTD answer: The first time my leopard gecko Chip chose to crawl up onto my hand was my most unique experience, as he was my first reptile, and I hadn't had him long either. It was so lovely to know he found me safe!

[@Mr.Nobody653]

Red eyed croc skins are adorable

[@lizrasper1213]

Wonderful video! Loved seeing the progress of your REC skink family!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@MOONOVERMIAMI]

Hello great video update and cleaning and rehousing Dayyan

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much!

[@pocketdirt338]

What beautiful skinks these are. They're lucky to have you as a care taker

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much! ☺️🙏🏼

[@jamiecaudlereptilecorner5981]

My most unique experience was with my kingsnake I was sitting on my chair as he was out and gt climbed up the chair sat on my lap and went to sleep it showed me that they know their owners

[@Reptiliatus]

Wow that’s so neat!

[@SexyyetSweet94]

@Jamie Caudle reptile corner how did you do it? I've got an albino western hognose that is becoming more aggressive. What helps with soothing it?

[@jamiecaudlereptilecorner5981]

@@SexyyetSweet94 the best way that works for me is to handle it for at least 5 minutes every day get into a routine and you will be happily surprised how quick they change

[@angrynene9810]

These are the cutest baby dragons ever! I've been looking to get a pair myself.

[@pbrady187]

Amazing. I really enjoy seeing these guys. Thanks for sharing.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@elardofleming1166]

Water looked better then expected especially since you dnt mess with it often those plants do their job well

[@grimlescroart2518]

Just had a really rough day. I’m really thankful for you uploading and cheering me up a bit❤️

[@animater2658]

Really well I hope your day gets better

[@Reptiliatus]

Sorry to hear about your rough day! This week has been similar for me but knowing I get to bring some joy to you all brings me joy :). Hope you feel better!

[@tracybowling97]

That's a sweet sentiment. I have definately had days like this. I pray you feel better very soon!

[@tenchuu007]

I see you like to live dangerously starting that siphon. 😂

[@Reptiliatus]

Haha never again 😅. I despise starting them like that! I need a new method. I’m not a germaphobe personally but, not doing that again!

[@tenchuu007]

@@Reptiliatus dunk the whole hose in the water and make sure it fills with water. Then put your thumb over the end of it. Keep it there and pull that end out of the tank to your drain bucket. Making sure the other end is submerged, release your thumb over the end over the bucket. Voila, gravity saves your mouth.

[@Reptiliatus]

@@tenchuu007 thank you ☺️

[@EmilyPritchett93]

@@tenchuu007 omg I need to do this! Thanks for the advice.

[@garykomppa3642]

Dude I love your passion of these reptiles. I can tell they are so well taken care of by you. No half way decent enclosures only the best Care and dedication to work with them

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@kazzie2935]

Awesome update on the Skink family, amazing creatures 👍❤😁

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@danischulze8021]

Love this family so much!! So dang cute! ❤❤🐳🦖🦩🐍🦎🕷🐋🦃🐊🐢🦊🦚🐅🐸🦋🦧🦜💯🤗😘

[@Reptiliatus]

Me too! Thank you for watching!

[@238Tina1]

It seems like You have such a kind and soft spoken personality. I really enjoy your content! Thanks for sharing I can’t wait to see more of these little ones!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you that’s so kind of you to say! I’m so happy you enjoy my content! Please feel free to subscribe to my channel if you like as I post videos every Tuesday and Friday! Take care

[@238Tina1]

@@Reptiliatus I have been subscribed for some time now 💕

[@Reptiliatus]

@@238Tina1 thank you for your support! Means a lot to me!

[@gavia_galaxy]

I am so glad to see them all doing well! I love seeing updates on these amazing creatures! I truly think that getting one is going to be the next on my list.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much for watching! ☺️

[@tracybowling97]

That would be awesome. They are so interesting, aren't they? I really love the way they look.

[@gavia_galaxy]

They really are! After a lot of research and such. I really want them to be the next exotic that I get.

[@idontexistanymoreF]

Bro, How do they react to frequencies And all kind of loud sound? Am thinkin bout building exclousure for one in studio🧐😄

[@jaxthibert4293]

Never in a million years would I have believed that I would be watching channels with Tarantulas and mini-dinos. Last year I decided to challenge my fear of spiders and by watching you, Tarantula Kat and a few others, I am now ready to get a couple of T's and I desperately want a Bearded Dragon. The red-eye croc skink is so dang cute, the tiny noises they make, oh my, I love them. Thank you so much for sharing them us. ❤🦎

[@Reptiliatus]

That’s fantastic! I’m so happy you’ve reached this point and I’m honoured to have had anything to do with it! Excited for you and what is to come next!

[@Just_Khayman]

For my pet reptile interaction. I've had a Bearded Dragon, named Archimedes, for about 15 years now. When I moved into my new home and got everything set up, I decided I'd let him have a chance to move around. So first I gave him a bath to make sure he didn't track any dirt around, and hopefully would poop in the bath rather than my floor, and then after I dried him off I opened up the bathroom door so he could go out a explore. However he took a few steps out of the bathroom, looked left then right and ran right back to me amd hopped into my lap. It was such an amazing moment to see that he viewed me as a safe place when he was nervous about his new surroundings.

[@tenchuu007]

So the pumps often just need to have the impeller magnet pulled out and cleaned, and then the area where it's seated. Usually some grit or soil gets in there and interrupts the magnetic connection, so just washing it out and cleaning the impeller, rod, and magnet will fix it completely. You could add some filter sponge to stop some of that buildup.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much for explaining this so thoroughly that’s too kind! I think I properly burned out the last one by accident 😅. Normally I do what you said and it fixes the problem.

[@jessicadanielson4543]

For the question of the day, I have Herman, one of my c.mitratus,who loves me to give him a drink from a dropper or water off my fingers, he uses his water bowl too but one day a while ago when i was watering plants he decided he liked licking water off my hand and seeks it out now ,so it's a cool thing, surprised me as I don't ever handle him ...glad to see the little dragons doing so well 😊

[@Reptiliatus]

Haha love it! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@zyxwfish]

I’ve never seen these lizards before. Crazy they like such a moist environment.

[@Reptiliatus]

They do but they also must have dry areas to go to if they need it. Mine will climb into the plants and also onto the dry wood to dry off sometimes.

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

super cool dragons there, anyone else have these beauties?

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you!

[@MikaelR22]

I have a D&D character based off red eyed crocodile skinks! Love them!!!

[@Reptiliatus]

That is awesome! I can see how you did that!

[@megalithicstar]

I’m loving them already

[@Reptiliatus]

☺️🦎✨

[@Nobody-tv4sw]

Love the way you feeding them. I wanna doing like you do 🤭🤭. Awesome

[@Shaden0040]

When I had fishtanks I also had African dwarf clawed frogs. The little ones that do not grow larger.They are so cute . Easy to take care of, shallow slow moving water with lots of floating plant. frozen and live foods are good for them along with small pelets that sink.I had a half dozen of them in a 10 G tank. One night in spring Late April I think) I heard some high pitched chirping coming from their tank. The three males were singing for mates. By the end of the week they had paired up and were laying and fertilizing stings of eggs on the plants and driftwood. SAdly none of the eggs got fertilized (not sure why) and I had to remove them before they fouled the water. I was told if the eggs were fertile they would have developed rapidly into wrigling tadpole inside the egg gel. Mine never grew and never moved after a week and then the gel started to dissolve, so I netter them up and put them in the trash. They never mated again but the male would sing each Cpring or during thunderstorms and low pressure system passed over head.

[@storiesnstoneware]

I had the friendliest red tail boa❤️ Beautiful boy too! Always had to say hello whenever I was near the cage.

[@Reptiliatus]

So sweet! When I was younger I owned two but regrettably had to rehome them due to a complicated move! I miss them! They actually had such calm dispositions! Fortunately a friend owns one of them so I still get to hear about how she is doing and it’s so nice to see how loved she is! 🐍

[@cherryr.3907]

That looks like a cute mini godzilla

[@Reptiliatus]

🦖

[@cherryr.3907]

WHAT DID YOU JUST SAY😡😠

[@VA_Mp9]

I see the family growing by that thumbnail my man geico puttin that work in

[@mypetsandme9473]

Wow their amazing . They really do look like little dragons 🐉 awesome job with the filter 👏🏻 I make bridges and hides out of paracord crocheting . Seeing my pet crested geckos , gargoyle and Chahoua gecko use them & feeding them is the best interaction 😊

[@x_-yn7zr]

they are soooooo cute! i just wish i could go like POOF and a lot of them just rain down but i dont them to die- im just glad you took care of them really well.

[@gmedeiros5748]

The red eye croc skink is amazing . I want one now !

[@Reptiliatus]

They truly are!

[@slarellano]

I was mesmerized by this video ❤️ Such beautiful animals!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you for watching! I am happy you enjoyed it!

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I've never seen this type of Skink , they're so neat looking.

[@tinadiver13]

Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee I had the one of the worst days and those sweet little “toothless” faces fixed all the the things. Thank you ❤️

[@Reptiliatus]

I’m sorry you had a bad day! So happy they made it better! Thank you for watching!

[@haltaracs3530]

What happens when the babies reach maturity? Will the parents try to force them out of the enclosure? Or will you remove them before something like that happens?

[@Reptiliatus]

They will be removed before anything happens. I will do doing another video in the coming months setting up a new enclosure for offspring that are getting older and need to be housed away from the adults :).

[@haltaracs3530]

@@Reptiliatus Awesome! I look forward to seeing it

[@kevinlew-hailer7347]

@@Reptiliatus would love to see this, I'm at about the same stage much quicker than I anticipated but not complaining

[@Reptiliatus]

@@haltaracs3530 I look forward to sharing!

[@Reptiliatus]

@@kevinlew-hailer7347 wonderful! If you haven’t seen, I already made a video on how I made these setups under my “project mini dragon” playlist

[@edwardcoh4899]

Those are cool first time to see those kind of skinks

[@Reptiliatus]

They are amazing animals! Thanks!

[@Leon-mk1wn]

The first time i saw these crocodile skinks in an aesthetic page on fb, i loved it! And that time was the last season of GoT drops

[@morganharris9821]

The most unique experience I’ve had was probably taming my savannah monitor when he finally dropped his fear and started to become more confident.

[@tentmaker2254]

@Shae 9 Thats a dangerous animal to have around, those bites can EASILY get infected, be very careful with that beast.

[@drewdogg5723]

Man I love them red eyed crocks, very cool

[@sallydorsey1851]

These creatures are amazing

[@ambientesverticais1387]

Thanks for more one great video. Congrats from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you for watching!

[@ironmammoth530]

I'm new to reptiles (more of an avian guy) but our corn snake will not eat unless he is holding one of us. We will still attempt to feed him in his enclosure but he prefers that he is held.

[@rkbroussard]

How does a CORN SNAKE hold a human being-

[@rkbroussard]

*pure confusion*

[@rhileymcintire2009]

Still super stoked for the breeding project! Can't wait to see how you grow with it. Hope to have my hands on 1 or 2 someday! (not in the sense of handling too much of course)

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much! Haha I knew what you meant but good on you to clarify for those that don’t 😜

[@Callmesr27]

How hard are the crocodile skinks to keep?

[@Reptiliatus]

Not so hard, they are just very shy so it takes a lot of patience and work to get them comfortable enough to come out and be visible :).

[@glennusher4160]

I love the sound they make..lol

[@mranimal8328]

They look like little dragons it’s amazing

[@Reptiliatus]

It truly is

[@lostfound8112]

its amazing how much LIFE goes on in such a small space

[@lostfound8112]

thumbs up

[@Reptiliatus]

It is quite amazing! They really enjoy snuggling up to each other and a lot of the babies sleep nestled up to the adults. Fascinating animals to observe! Thank you for watching!

[@Leepheon]

Awww they look like little dragons c: i really enjoy your Videos because i love to draw and seeing your pets gives me inspiration!

[@zeus918]

How much do they cost

[@AaronButWeird]

this guys an absolute legend

[@NateK-MN]

You can put up some needle point mesh with some window screen on inside/outside in a sort of a fence around the filter. Can also somehow get filter floss (like pillow stuffing material) either in the filter or fence to help with clearing out the gunk and not having to buy a new filter all the time.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you kindly for your insight. I feel a bit silly but I just figured out how to pull the fixed compartment out of this filter (it seemed fused at first). So I’ll be sticking the filter floss in to protect the motor!

[@animater2658]

Yes a crocodile skink update hope the breeding prodject is going well and I think sappy will maybe one day climb on your hand for food

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much!

[@tiachandler5350]

Omg at first I thought the little dude was dead inside the filter omg lol so crazy that they get up in there to funny so freaking adorable though omg can't get I've how adorable they are ....there little scream they do lol that's just adorable omg

[@misterbplays]

Gorgeous creatures!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks!

[@Don_Neto_Jr.]

Dude, those are the cool lil reptiles!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you!

[@Bladblazer420]

These animals are just so fricking awesome 🔥

[@Reptiliatus]

They truly are!

[@funny-friends12344]

And also I subscribed to your channel as always stay safe.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you! Thanks, you too!

[@GEKKOOO7]

My bearded dragon followed me around my house like a ragdoll cat, especially in the summer. Sadly she passed away last year.

[@bentleytheumbrellacockatoo873]

I’m so sorry for you loss

[@painalmighty1017]

If you don't handle them how you does clean there enclosure 🤔

[@ratpads]

The enclosure is bioactive, it is self cleaning

[@painalmighty1017]

@@ratpads I never heard that before but okay

[@erikiacopelli451]

Lil tip to help u make the motors not burn out. Get some of that black filter pads n cut it to size to wrap around where the water gets sucked into. Thatll block alot of junk on going in n burning the motor out.

[@sodorflubbs5000]

They are absolutely beautiful

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you very much!

[@Shaden0040]

clean your filters monthly. use vinegar and hot water to clean them. Clean the impeller too and all intake pipes.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks for the advice!

[@popparock6506]

you could try a course sponge block 2x2x6 or so to place in front of the filter intake as a pre-filter so the silt/mud stays out of the filter. Then you can turn the filter off take the pre-filter out rinse and repeat.

[@ectotherm_aesthetics]

haha great little dragons!!

[@emma-vf7sz]

They are soooooo cute!

[@kainapplekreatures5855]

Feeding my Amazon Milk Frog babies for the first time was a blast, their bright blue mouths are hilarious!

[@sayurikitamura7109]

They are so beautiful 💕

[@stefanostokatlidis4861]

The first offspring has definitely grown a lot.

[@barasvandova9717]

Mine is with my baby kingsnake - right after feeding her I was just putting in a clean water and even though she was clearly looking for another mouse, she then proceeded to climb on my hand like "hey I feel like exploring" - for such food motivated species of a snake she seems to realize the difference between fingers and actual food

[@susanmartin3762]

Omg these are so precious