Sad Leon News

[@iridescent4810]

the entire Leon community gasped in fear at the title, so glad he is okay

[@KutWrite]

Yeah, and at the motionless Leon at the beginning. Maybe Brady's having fun at our expense?

[@Slodsworth]

Never clicked on a vid so fast

[@bluegypsydoll]

🎉🎉

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

​@@KutWrite The entire video Brady is expressing his own concern.

[@EricLinstone]

Feels kinda... ok, I'm just going to come out and say it. Feels kinda clickbaity.

[@Darth1Marik]

"OMG WHAT HAPPENED!?!? YOUR ARM FELL OFF!!" *Leon* "Tis but a flesh wound."

[@SupportMensMentalHealth]

Love it

[@troyhyman8833]

Alright, we’ll call it a draw. - the crab. Probably.

[@jasonbirch1182]

You're a looney....

[@shelbyonehalf]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lesleyploddypop2950]

"a mere scratch"!!😂

[@JacobDuby]

Don't scare me like that, I thought he died. I panic opened the notification so fast

[@the8rarest8flower]

Same 😭

[@WobblesandBean]

Right??

[@Tempest8-h2i]

Me too... 😢

[@WhodatJacob]

Same😭

[@geohazelman7039]

For real. I just shut down a work meeting after the notification popped up lol

[@adrienne1981]

My 10yo old son and I have been following you since the beginning. He came to me crying thinking Leon died and was scared to watch. So thankful that wasn't the case! Leon is something we watch together at nap time because the videos are so soothing. I hope Leon lives for many more years and your videos continue.

[@braydanmattice7849]

Good on you for showing this content to your son. Leon is someone for all ages

[@StuStuMagoo]

I have never been more scared for a lobster in my life.

[@GuardiansCreed]

Lowkey CLICKBait right ? Lol

[@squidious1662]

haha

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

Same

[@morgainnejade]

And who of us would have ever thought we'd be scared for a lobster!? SO glad he's ok. Ish.

[@liza8577]

I know!!! Me too. 😊😊

[@haileybalmer9722]

From what I've read, the most probable cause is his frequent molting. They drop claws after they molt sometimes, it's something people who care for them in large, public aquariums expect. He's probably fairly young lobster, so it's normal for him to molt this often. Ironically, a dropped claw is a sign that he's growing normally and he's very healthy.

[@cuteduckdontlie4636]

I hope so Amen to that 🙏🏻 🦞 ❤️

[@clearday9525]

Wow, thank you for that info. Good to know.

[@r.h.8220]

thank you for this comment. I’ve been crying watching thinking he hurt himself and knowing how Brady is the best animal/lobster father and his fear and anxiety he went through.

[@ThePretendJudge]

Thanks for doing the homework

[@hrmny_]

I'm guessing they can't grow back?

[@HandbagDiva]

I never would have thought I’d be following a lobster for years, and so invested in his life!

[@morelia9718]

same... thanks good I'm vegan and never eat a lobster coze I really love Leon

[@deanmc]

How many years has it been I haven't kept track

[@aprilyoungblood7326]

I'm afraid to tell my kids about this because they might have me put in a home.

[@mommabird2813]

Right😂

[@deniseblackburn33]

Love this guy 😢

[@teabagmcpick889]

Who the hell knew a grocery store lobster chilling in a tank could be so engaging?! You're a good man Brady.

[@DaanSchreurs1]

The collective sigh of relief from the Leon community was felt throughout the universe.

[@coconutmilk123]

Poor Leon I hope he feels better soon and grows back a new claw

[@GabrieleDiMarco-wo7oy]

Yes💙🦞

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

Everyone has been asking for a live stream of Leon, and Brady said he didn’t want to do it because the stream would undoubtedly catch him in his underwear LOL - it’s kind of a shame though because if there was a stream we would’ve known why this happened and how it happened. 😢

[@8191962sharon]

Amen 😂

[@cmataira]

Thousands responded and I also watched it fast 😅😅😂😊❤

[@gdude2775]

I am way more invested in Leons story than I ever thought possible. My heart sank when i saw the title.

[@Shauma_llama]

I started crying when the title popped up.😢

[@tomhirons7475]

me also.

[@Nel33147]

@@avatar410662 Literally !

[@plankface]

Me too…Leon isn’t being fished, we are….👁👁

[@jeanlovestarot]

Mine to

[@commodoresixfour7478]

This is the type of content that is killing cable TV. Thank you.

[@Bradybrandwood]

Awesome commodore! Thank you for watching. ✌️✌️✌️

[@terencem8795]

Totally agree. We need so much more of this type of entertainment in our lives. Wholesome. We need to get back to that as humans. Or we are in serious trouble.

[@windywolf4842]

Brady ... You had me scared to death!!! I saw this headline pop up a week ago, and couldn't bear to watch it! I was terrified! I've been following you since day 1 with Leon and I was really scared! 😢 I no longer eat lobster (tho I never saw the hype for the price anyway!) ... I've Shared his videos!!! I was looking forward to his next molt and your headline stunned me. Shame on you! 😊😂 From what I've learned about lobsters (because of you!) I guess this happens!! PLEASE don't ever scare us like this again! I'm still a fan and will continue to watch! But maybe say in your headline ... 'He's okay' !?

[@okkkkkk97]

people are still watching cable? What is this 2009?

[@JohnZombi88]

​@@okkkkkk97 I tell my mother all the time I'm having DirectTV disconnected but she insists she needs it.

[@jonjacob1962]

I have NEVER been so emotionally attached to a frikin lobster before but here I am. Almost sobbing when I read the title...

[@canadianmmaguy7511]

I had to wait 2 weeks to emotionally prepare to watch this 😂

[@davidmorgan8612]

Then you all need to get out more.

[@canadianmmaguy7511]

@davidmorgan8612 :(

[@L1o9re8a4l]

@@davidmorgan8612😂

[@NefarinTheKujoMogoreg]

​​@@davidmorgan8612what are you trying to imply here? What?

[@xGlarewolfx]

I can't believe I was ready to cry over a grocery store lobster. This channel is a beautiful thing. Thank you for giving us this experience and keep doing what you're doing.

[@DylanDoesArt]

Leon's not exactly a grocery store lobster anymore, he has become a part of people's lives. It makes sense why losing a part of yourself would hurt, much like Leon losing his claw.

[@TheGypsyVanners]

@@xGlarewolfx me tooo

[@martinandel9195]

I'd still eat the claw though

[@BigCherryEnterprises]

I cried before I even watched the video 😂

[@aonetruthr]

I cried before even watching because I was so worried. I guess we’re a little attached to Leon?

[@thia999]

I LITERALLY SAID "NO" OUT LOUD WHEN I READ THE TITLE... glad to know he's alive

[@otsdrselse1163]

Me too! 😅

[@hairy_boots]

same here, I said “NO NOT SAD LEON NEWS” never thought I’d be so invested in a lobster

[@yourfriendbeetle]

I SAID NO NO NO NO TILL I KNEW

[@tdallbright]

I did the same.

[@BlueLightDragon-k2u]

I never thought I would be following a lobsters life story, nor own a mug with a famous lobster on it,, but here I am and I caught my breath with the title... I really hope that dropping claw doesn't affect Leon in the future...I know nothing about lobster health... i hope that someone brandy knows can advise

[@GoblinModeMVP]

It’s incredible how vibrant his coloring has become in your care.

[@GBoz94]

Sooooooo blue

[@dorothypage7410]

Yes. I noticed that, as well. Leon has such a pretty blue color.

[@AC3handle]

I saw a video of some lobster fishermen that caught a bright blue lobster, recently.

[@rustyshackleford5083]

I was there since Leon was purchased.I seen sad news and wasn't able to watch.Then my other account recently recommended left my house open to wildlife.Hearing I'm going home to Leon was the best surprise ever.You are a great person.Im so happy he's still here!!! 😊

[@daisyprayers]

I've been following Leon since you rescued him. At the time I had just got out of hospice after finding a miracle treatment. I've always felt tied to Leon somehow, seeing as we both got a second chance at life at the same time. Three years later, I am the healthiest I've been in 17 years. I'm still in a wheelchair, but I am living a fulfilling and happy life. I'm sure that Leon will too, regardless of his lost claw. The title really scared me, I'm so glad he's still with us!

[@andersonomo597]

"Three years later, I am the healthiest I've been in 17 years." WOW!! Your words give me hope and I'm so happy for you! May your health continue to improve and may you have many blessing in life. And yes, that title was very naughty - it gave me such an awful fright! Cheers from Oz!!

[@eddiegollahon323]

I've been here from the start too hard to believe it's been 3 years.

[@clearday9525]

So glad you got out of the hospice. Wow! I never thought that was possible. What hope that gives. Sorry for being nosey, but what was the miracle treatment?

[@realnurse2696]

As a former hospice nurse, I can’t love your comment enough! So happy for you! ❤

[@SixInchChaka]

What miracle treatment? I would love to hear your story, if you don’t mind.

[@SyracuseBrad]

This is why you need a 24/7 livestream of Leon so careful watchers around the world can keep an eye on the guy.

[@nothing-lf4zi]

this

[@CYBERDELICRELICS]

This*

[@Nevart-Nevart]

This

[@Anton680x]

Correct

[@RaffaelePignataro]

Yes!

[@theinterstellarfeller]

I nearly dropped a claw reading that title! So glad Leon is okay. Can't wait to see more updates.

[@Bradybrandwood]

😅😅😅

[@williamwade2674]

lol me too 😂

[@mikeuplay1596]

My new favorite expletive!

[@padocsdoll]

You just gave me an asthma attack the way I started laughing and could not stop 😂

[@GabrieleDiMarco-wo7oy]

Poor lobsters💙🦞

[@GinaGrefrath]

YOU SAVE A LIVE OF AN ANIMAL - THAT'S THE MOST IMPORTANT POINT. YOU HAVE DECIDED TO SAVE HIM FOR DYING IN HOT WATER AND THAT'S SO COOL! Whenever l am in a restaurant where such aquarium with living lobster I wish I could do this - save their lives. So much respect and love for you!

[@brochquine]

I googled it and interestingly enough, if they lose the crusher claw, they grow a pincher claw in it's place and then the pincher claw becomes a crusher claw! Amazing

[@AGShadowdancer]

Wow I pray it’s true! That would be good!! Thank you so much!! I hope Brady sees your comment

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@AGShadowdancer It's definitely true - seems to be not that uncommon - he'll likely have some kind of claw back after his next moult, but it might take quite a while before it's large again.

[@AGShadowdancer]

@@Beer_Dad1975 Thank you I felt so much better after reading this!! I’m sure the whole community is!

[@strawberrycloud2807]

What?! That is amazing! Thank you for the info.

[@michelrood2966]

​@@AGShadowdancerTake it down a notch ,will you

[@Slam-g9s]

What a mad time to live where I can be vicariously invested in a lobster’s life. So glad he’s ok

[@bratniii]

It's kinda one of the purest things left

[@thegamingpigeon3216]

I can only speculate along with you, but I've owned several hermit crabs and freshwater crabs over the years. Dropped claws are common. If I had to take a guess, he might've gotten it stuck like you suggested, he might've gotten it stuck and unstuck but it was injured and he decided to drop the dead weight so to speak as he needs all the energy he can get for molting, it might've had an infection we can't see but he could detect, or the most simple answer: he dropped it because he could. It's not unheard of. There are instances of crabs and lobsters dropping their claws, especially pincher claws, on a whim. The theory is that the bigger the claw is, the more cumbersome it becomes when handling and ripping apart food so they start over. Regardless, Leon appears happy and healthy, that's the best sign!

[@mindlessmeat4055]

Words of experience sounds good.

[@potterinhe11]

That's kinda what I felt, too. He probably felt that it was too big, or he wanted to conserve energy for the molt.

[@KissMeImABBW]

I really have to thank you for explaining more. 🦂

[@ytuseracct]

It's not due to stress right?

[@GenXHeart]

I was thinking is it possible he was offering it as a thank you to Brady? "Here, you saved my life so I grew you this delicious snack!" Then I got to timestamp 6:14 Guilty.

[@joelzusein]

Leon got tired of winning all the jousting duels so he took off his claw. What a badass.

[@cosmicraysshotsintothelight]

"I have a secret... I am NOT left handed!"

[@notNeeNi]

Awwww 😢 when Leon decided to move his claw to the trash pile. My heart ❤️

[@tiagosilva.b5]

I almost cried, poor baby 😥😥😥😥I feel so bad for him 💔💔really hope he lives an amazing life regarding this really sad situation

[@CoreyMillionaire2029]

​@@tiagosilva.b5He CAN regrow a new claw eventually.

[@elizabethwitt2621]

IKR? 😭

[@cisrot]

@@tiagosilva.b5lobsters can grow back claws! Don’t worry :)

[@tracytre38]

​@@tiagosilva.b5I think he'll grow another one, never fear! ❤

[@hifelicia615]

it restores my faith in humanity that so many of us had so much concern for this little guy when we saw the title of this video. we all clicked and held our breath, bracing for the worst. and we all breathed a sigh of relief when we learned it was just a claw. Humans are capable of so much LOVE. It's a seemingly infinite resource. And that makes me really happy to be sharing this earth with y'all.

[@MelFsworld]

Ditto! Back at ya! ❤

[@NadinaStryhn]

We are. And that is what makes it so much more sad factory farming and lobster eating continues.

[@terencejay8845]

I know nothing of lobsters, but I've seen them head-to-tail marching in huge lines across the sea bed. I'm wondering if he's stressed and plain lonely.

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@terencejay8845Maybe his holding claw was too big to catch the little crab, and he got it caught under the coral…then thought, ‘if I grow a new claw, maybe it will be small enough for me to grab that cheeky crab…at least for a little while.”.🖤🇨🇦

[@Lucky-Seven_]

I am completely new to this story this is my first Leon video ever and even I felt a disturbance in the force and felt like I had to click. (subscribed and going to watch from here on forward by the way.)

[@Norm-ih2rq]

A Farewell to Arms

[@sonicANDtailsfan157k]

I hope this gets pinned

[@elizabethwitt2621]

I want to laugh and not laugh at the same time.

[@januszbogumil]

underrated comment

[@wheressteve]

Arm

[@rakiat8815]

i just googled it and lobsters can take up to 2 years to regrow a claw, so its gonna be a wild ride to see our guy grow an entire arm back, hopefully all goes well.

[@SM75j]

Your voice is so soothing Sir! I just finished watching the day you got him. Absolutely beautiful and fascinating watch!!!!

[@zoegroark9567]

Gasp. I saw the title and feared the worst. Glad Leon is ok, if a little lighter.

[@xiomara4362]

Everyone saying they clicked on the video so fast meanwhile I gave myself a few hours to prepare myself for the bad news. I’m glad the news wasn’t TOO bad. Leon will get through this! He’s a little warrior 😊 Thank you Mr. Brady for sharing Leon’s journey with us! Never would have thought I’d be this invested in a lobsters life lol

[@GulfKat]

Me too! I saved it to my watch later until I was in a better place mentally. I couldn’t handle any more bad news yesterday.

[@maxhamann8739]

waited a day to watch it

[@EmilyGOODEN0UGH]

Me too on the avoidance. I'm still sad over MandyInTheMaking losing her kitty Gracie.

[@lvelez1999]

All of God's Creation Matters ❤ ✝️

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

Everyone has been asking for a live stream of Leon, and Brady said he didn’t want to do it because the stream would undoubtedly catch him in his underwear LOL - it’s kind of a shame though because if there was a stream we would’ve known why this happened and how it happened. 😢

[@IC2I]

That sigh i took when I realized he's alive

[@maryannthummel6903]

Me too

[@Pythonaria]

Same. Like many, I thought the worst.

[@elizabethwitt2621]

We took it right along with you. Whew!

[@jokershotaro]

When the usual leon music kicks in, i know leon still alive..

[@boy_girl_cat_party1824]

Omg “did we joust too hard??” The care is so sweet. I hope one day to have the honor of caring for a Leon

[@FrancescoGattarin]

❤

[@katies3201]

I had to rush to the comments before I could start. SO happy Leon is ok. He’s so beautiful and healthy!

[@TJay41]

I had to do the same thing😂

[@roseschwarz5339]

Right? It is like… is it safe to watch?😂 Poor Leon, if only he could talk humanish.

[@Sc-dd6hb]

The next thing I did was google “can a lobster regenerate its claw”. Answer: yes 🙂

[@maurke170]

Me too!

[@sandyguthrie342]

me too. I couldn't bear to hear the news from him if he died!

[@AoiKaze2000]

Leon: 'Tis but a scratch! Brady: But you're arm's missing! Leon: Eh, it's just a flesh wound!

[@fourofcats5803]

You have no arms left! What are you going to do, bleed on me????😂😂😂

[@christianbreuer4975]

​@@fourofcats5803 Let's call it a draw

[@robertwilliams5618]

Your*

[@cosmicraysshotsintothelight]

HAVE AT YE!

[@Mark_Nadams]

4:45 As Leon flips the dropped claw around I can see an old injury to membrane between the claw to last knuckle joint that got infected and the infection had spread to the muscle as shown by that darkened patch on bottom of his claw shell. The injury might have been there all along and because of the infection, persisted through sheds. It may have been cause by many things but I highly doubt that the little jousting you did with him had anything to do with it. He was going to loose that claw from infection so his body disposed of it. When he sheds next you will probably see a tiny nub start to form a new claw. Check your redox potential (ORP) and keep it high during his recovery. I haven't found a video that covers what you have for a setup or what environmental parameters you are keeping track of. I do hope you keep his water temps as cool as he likes.

[@ii-vx2ok]

Great advice!

[@UltimateDorito]

bless you kind stranger ❤

[@Radii_DC]

lose*

[@saragarska6335]

Are you a lobster scientist? I'm not questioning your advice, genuinely curious.

[@Mark_Nadams]

@@saragarska6335 I worked for 20+ years at a salt water aquarium pet store that, among other things, took care of several local supermarket lobster sales tanks and two North Atlantic lobster/crustacean show tanks at the local museum. Our specialty was tropical invertebrate and living reef tanks that grew live hard and soft corals.

[@misottovoce]

I had not followed Leon in quite a while so when this came up in the algorithm, I dreaded the worst. So, relieved to learn Leon is still with you. He has lovely colouring and I did not know they were so tidy about their invironment!

[@moyrawoodward2291]

So relieved to hear Leon is still with us. He’s a Very Important Lobster

[@SKinSKorea]

a VIL?

[@petertimmermans4938]

indeed, the master of the lobster universe.

[@aalihte3378]

A VERY VERY important Lobster.

[@subrosa7mm]

I literally was preparing myself for the first stage of grief when I saw the title. I’m so vested in Leon. He’s my favorite little guy. Prayers for a healthy healing little buddy!

[@luceronelson777]

So was I. Makes me wonder how long their life span is.

[@darrencharles]

are you going to actually include him in your prayer tonight, or was that they “prayer”?

[@SanniSandyBunny2000]

Hey, Lobsters 🦞 can live very very long, ca 100 years or more. They only die when they get stuck in the old shell and can't molt ​@@luceronelson777

[@elizabethwitt2621]

​I think I heard they can live to be over 100, but I'm not sure if being in a tank as opposed to his natural habitat sways that. @@luceronelson777

[@NavvyMom]

​@@luceronelson777There is a lobster fisherman with a YT channel who says that lobsters are basically immortal unless they die from molting complications.

[@IAmTheGoblin]

You knew exactly what you were doing with that title. Damn, dude.

[@buddhacat422]

Yes, such a brutal trick to play on your oversensitive lobster-loving audience! 🤣

[@Lunalane567]

For real

[@jc-ey5ph]

Fascinating to see his behaviour around this. The way he takes it over to the trash pile when he’s ready, as though say, Ok, I’ve made my peace with this situation, you can take it away now. And he watches you take it, as though he’s aware that this is a new chapter for him. I don’t believe in anthropomorphising animals but I often think they’re more cognisant than we realise, in their own way. I hope he carries on doing well! ❤

[@Cordovan]

Ave Leon! I can't believe how long I've been loving Leon and learning with him thanks to your incredible documentation of your shared journey!

[@Imberis]

Going through the comments, we all really are so invested in this lobster! I also feared the worst. I'm glad he's okay.

[@nealgrimes4382]

I am going through the comments thinking : get a grip.

[@Brandyalla]

@@nealgrimes4382 You wouldn't say that if Leon were a rescued dog. A pet is a pet, and there's no reason not to want the best for it, regardless of species.

[@nealgrimes4382]

@@Brandyalla It's just a Lobster, I eat Lobster, while they are fascinating, I'm not going to start crying if one dies.

[@rockateart9752]

​@@nealgrimes4382If you watched at the start you would start to get emotionaly attached (3 years I think) by that time we've learnt a bit more of these creatures. It could also help with stress, (a few comments I've seen before).

[@rockateart9752]

​@@nealgrimes4382I've seen a person using this channel when they're in bed. Are you new?

[@anadreams7415]

His shell is stunning! He seems to be getting more and more beautiful. You can tell he is happy by how beautiful he looks. He will be fine, you are doing such an amazing job.

[@HereComesTheSol]

Brady, please don't give us a scare like that again! I am sorry that Leon is having a tough time. But he is a survivor and that is part of the reason why so many of us follow you guys. I remember one time you mentioned that scars make us who we are (when talking about Leon's arrow mark on his back.) I really took that to heart. Wishing for a speedy recovery and a smooth molt.

[@jenlschluep]

So glad Leon is still with us. I'm very much looking forward to seeing his new claw.

[@snowkracker]

Hope you’re ready for about a 5 year wait for it to grow back completely

[@TigerSira]

​@@snowkracker Quick Google search says a few months to a year... Actually thought it would be a little more than a year but at least we're not waiting for 5 whole years 😅

[@snowkracker]

@@TigerSira I did google search it. I asked Q: “how long does it take for an adult lobster to completely grow a claw back” A: It can take several months for an adult lobster to fully regenerate a claw. The time it takes depends on the lobster's age and how quickly it's growing. A lobster that's young and growing quickly will regenerate its claw faster. It usually takes about five years for a lobster to regenerate a claw that's the same size as the one it lost.

[@lemonynose]

I’m so glad that Leon seems okay. You did everything right; leaving the claw in the tank for a while, feeding him a good meal afterwards and checking him for signs of disease. Him having an appetite is a great sign and he looks as full of energy as usual. I have a lot of hope that he’ll regrow the claw no problem. (I’m a marine bio graduate and I looked after a similar lobster species for a while in an aquarium)

[@fourofcats5803]

Do you have any thoughts on why he would drop it?

[@lemonynose]

@@fourofcats5803 I generally agree with what was theorised in the video, he maybe got it a bit stuck, panicked and caused damage to the joint, then chose to remove it entirely. Lobster grow quickly and the shell doesn’t repair itself once it’s hardened so it’s probably instinct to just get rid of it and start again :) This is just my best guess though

[@ashleyrodriguez6819]

Thanks!

[@Bradybrandwood]

Thank you so much Ashley! ✌️✌️✌️🦞

[@marian6593]

Oh Brady. Just like everyone else, I was shocked to see the headline and imagined the worst. It's comforting to see that Leon seems to be otherwise well, but I imagine you'll be keeping an even closer eye on him than usual. Thanks for everything you do for Leon, the cats, chickens, koi and every other animal you come across. Sending lots of love from Scotland xx

[@marthashane5968]

😢 ive been watching y’all since you brought him home from the store. But its a relief to see he’s still going with you Brady

[@grosventre7760]

Poor Leon! I haven’t been able to eat lobster since finding your channel almost 2 years ago. I never knew lobsters were so smart. Thank you! ❤

[@elizabethwitt2621]

Benn watching since the beginning. Same.

[@averageamericangirl6819]

I still eat them. I love Leon too. It’s complicated 😬😬😬

[@NavvyMom]

​@@averageamericangirl6819I get it. I eat chicken, but love my own. It's easier if you don't have a personal relationship.

[@KJsProjects]

Add more butter, lol. No seriously I get it. Growing up around livestock you grow attached to them, but at the end of the day, they are a food stuff. So I will give the cows ear scratches, but then enjoy them as hamburgers when the time comes.

[@studio107bgallery4]

Wait till you find out how smart crabs are, and octopus too….. we all became vegetarian, and then we found out how smart plants are…. Learning how to photosynthesize to clear our karma

[@Timo-15]

Brady is it possible that you could invest in an infrared camera for night time? Is that a runner? Thanks..

[@ZekoNeko12]

The fact he adjusted so quickly is amazing. I hope his new claw grows in nice and healthy!!

[@tiagosilva.b5]

can he grow it back tho? I hope it does tho 😥😥

[@CTEMmm]

@@tiagosilva.b5 he can grow it back, but itll take a long time to fully grow back i think

[@TCK-9]

@@tiagosilva.b5 Yes, he'll have a tiny little claw in no time. Just like Deadpool.

[@ZeroOmega-vg8nq]

​@@tiagosilva.b5crabs and lobsters are functionally immortal as long as they can keep molting

[@SetZor666]

@@tiagosilva.b5 it can take several months to a few years, it'll be roughly 30% smaller than the original size when it fully grows back. lobsters can grow all their limbs and antennae back.

[@madamecampsalot6384]

I can't imagine the initial shock you must have felt, Brady. You're such a good Dad. The two of you will certainly have some interesting updates to share. He's an absolutely stunning boy.

[@thegerblinradio]

I’m crying over this lobster at 8pm, I have no words for how scared I was when I saw the title and thumbnail, please stay with us for so much longer Leon!

[@LittleMamaFeline]

As best as scientists can guesstimate, lobsters can live for decades. They seem to have similar lifespans to parrots and humans, so, unless Leon gets injured, sick, or becomes lunch, he should be around for a long long time.

[@thegerblinradio]

@@LittleMamaFeline OH THANK GOODNESS

[@rixcampbell1713]

I was shocked too as my heart nearly skipped a beat. The good news is that his claw can grow back through regeneration which takes about 5 years by average

[@LittleMamaFeline]

@@thegerblinradio I was fully prepared to bawl my eyes out over this creepy oversized sea spider I've never met. I'm glad Leon's relatively okay. * I have issues with crustaceans and spiders, but I've learned to like Leon.

[@lola9372]

Leon is amazing. Thank you for giving him such an incredible life with you ❤ I have been watching your videos for years now and they just keep getting better and better!

[@heather2493]

Omg, I’ve been away the last few days and just saw this… I see I’m not the only one who gasped NO thinking the worst…. I am so glad Leon is ok. Never in all my 70 years would I have thought I would be so invested in a lobster. But I adore Leon and root for him. You have such a beautiful soul Brady, thank you for including us on his journey. 💕

[@snotcel]

my heart sank when i saw the notification and the title… i hope nothing horrible happened

[@buddhacat422]

This poor person was too afraid to even watch the video! Shame on you Brady! 😉

[@PK-oy4fe]

OMG! I WAS HYSTERICAL...THOUGHT LEON HAD DIED! The lobster fisherman i follow catches lobsters that are growing new claws all the time. Let's hope Leon does as well. If you need medical supplies....I'm an RNC PhD...and will ship you what you need free. Anything for Leon!😇❤🥰

[@thegracklepeck]

That's so sweet of you to offer! Here's hoping Leon has a long and healthy life ❤

[@horse14t]

I'm curious, how do you give a lobster antibiotics if they need it?

[@TuckerSP2011]

​@@horse14t They put them in a separate tank and put the antibiotic in the water. They call it a hospital tank.

[@FirebladesSong]

@@horse14t I think like fish, you just put it in the water.

[@horse14t]

@@TuckerSP2011 @FirebladesSong Fascinating! Thank you!

[@greenpalmTX]

Thanks! I’m sure he’ll be fine, he just needs some time

[@Bradybrandwood]

Awesome greenpalm! Thank you so much. ✌️✌️✌️🦞

[@simonevernon106]

I thought you were going to say Leon had died. I’m glad he’s still very much with us but hope he gets over his “loss.”

[@alexjoseph2814]

Glad all of us who were worried about him are here together

[@marymiller7399]

I almost had a heart attack when I saw the title of the new vid I'm 72 with a slight heart condition and I always enjoy your calm videos. I thought for sure Leon had died . Brady you scared me to death man .

[@caittails]

I’m 36 with no known heart conditions, but I’ve got a physical coming up and I’m legitimately thinking about bringing up what I just felt my heart do. That can’t be normal. 😅

[@Gwalchgwyn]

I'm 46, and I felt something do a little 'flop' in my chest for a moment there. Brady! Not fair! So glad to see Leon thriving though. :)

[@heatherholly6563]

🫂

[@elizabethwitt2621]

​@@caittailsAw!

[@skyoakes-nash8639]

He is absolutely gorgeous ! He is so complex and surprising! Love your videos about Leon .

[@Bradybrandwood]

Awesome! Thank you so much for watching. ✌️✌️✌️🦞

[@therealjd1503]

Seriously the best series on KZbin

[@___chief866]

I dreaded watching this video,so glad I read the comments whew MAY LEON LIVE 100 YEARS

[@rajendra82a]

Lobsters do live up to 100 years old. They are basically immortal and generally only die of exhaustion during a molt. The oldest recorded lobster was estimated to be over 140 years old.

[@cathy_p637]

I started crying as I opened it because I also thought he had died. He is so interesting and unique that I really want him to go on forever. You stay healthy Leon we are all counting on you!!

[@randomdoodles1470]

Thanks

[@Bradybrandwood]

Awesome randomdoodles! Thank you so much! ✌️✌️✌️

[@jayden497]

Oh thank god, Leon's okay, all the best to Leon's recovery. 🙏

[@curiousshiba]

Don’t take the name of the Lord in vain

[@TheCruiseDog]

@@curiousshiba What if it's just a misspelling?

[@nilus2k]

@@curiousshibaI was raised that taking the lords name in vain was using it in profanity. Thanking God that a living creature is okay doesn’t seem to qualify in my

[@lorderik237]

​@@curiousshiba shut up

[@lorderik237]

​@@curiousshibaDon't police other people's language

[@g0vernedhitman]

Just wanted to say: I have followed since the beginning, when you brought him home from the store. A lot of people I have told about your videos think there is something wrong with me. But, there’s something mesmerizing about your channel. Leon has a definite cult following and I’m glad you started this series. The sad truth though is that Leon, with you enormous care, will probly outlive you. I hope you are looking for a caretaker for when you are gone. Keep up the great work!

[@kb3716]

Sad but true. But I bet Brady's son will adopt him. At least I hope so!

[@lightnindawn7710]

There's absolutely nothing wrong with you! People who think that are missing out! Imagine all of us loving this lobster so much & becoming like a family bc of it! ❤❤❤

[@rey273]

glad he’s alright! i think your theory of “leon needs to molt soon and the claw might get in the way” is a valid theory, he very well could have done that since hes in an environment where he’s safe, fed, enclosed, and very comfortable and doesnt feel the need to have such big crush claws.

[@mondomama7223]

I RAN To These Comments.... Look At How Tremendously Beautiful, And Vibrant He Has Become In Your Care Brady! Those Differnces In Growth And Color Are So Remarkable My Friend. Leon Is One Healthy, Satisfied, And Well Managed Fellow. Not Only Is He Grateful, Charming, And Intelligent, He Is Also A Clean, And Curtious Roomate. 😊

[@strover76]

Ok! It seems I'm far more invested in the life of a lobster from America, than I realised. I actually hesitated to click on play. Not what I had on my 2024 bingo card but here we are! Glad he's still doing good, and Thank you Brady. For letting this Yorkshire lass have a glimpse into the life of Leon XX

[@mcsmith732]

I pulled up the transcript because I DID NOT want to see a dead Leon. I also read some of the comments as well. Since I'm not so freaked out anymore, I guess I can watch the video now.

[@screaminmimi330]

Never has a lobster been so loved! 🥰 🦞 ❤

[@guido5536]

I think it's time for a Leon cam!

[@astriddobek8931]

I just came across this channel and I absolutely love it. ❤

[@mantari974]

This video hit me harder than I expected... Stay safe Leon

[@jph1150]

Good to hear from Leon again ❤… you’re such a wonderful story-teller💪

[@drstgd]

You scared us all so much, Brady. I've been here since the first video. So glad that Leon is fine. Keep us updated!

[@firstlast-lt6xp]

I've been following Leon for 3 years! It seems like yesterday. Go Leon, we're all rooting for you!

[@kyle_bertsch]

leon has battled inner demons the likes of which we cant even comprehend.

[@noniefuss]

I'm glad that the community here won't think me weird for showing this much concern for a crustacean but I'm SOOOO glad he's (relatively, at least) ok! I feared the worst!

[@dasparado]

We all feel that way. Leon is such an amazing and interesting animal.

[@IgorEngelen1974]

It's good to see there are still so many people out there that care about all living things.

[@showbyrockclips4277]

lobsters can regenerate lost limbs, including arms, claws, and antennae. Regeneration time can take several months or even years for a lobster to fully regenerate a large limb, like a claw. For example, it can take about five years for a lobster to regenerate a claw that is the same size as the one it lost Don't give up - there's still tremendous hope! It'll just take time

[@BetsyaOfficialMusic]

My heart stopped and I thought we had lost Leon. I am so glad he is well and that his claw area seems to be healing properly. He is such an intelligent lobster and so lucky we have you to take care of him and give us new knowledge each time❤

[@MossiesWay]

Here's to a new claw! Love your work, Brady. So glad to see that Leon's still kickin

[@MegaMaddydog]

Awe poor Leon. Leon is a survivor. I’m sure he will be fine. You take such great care of Leon. Thank you for sharing. I have a warm and more aware feeling about lobsters now. They are amazing creatures.

[@LueezBee007]

Phew! He’s okay, I’m loving learning lobsters through Leon… he’s fascinating and your voice is very calming. Thank you for rescuing Leon and doing this channel 🧡🦞

[@AmPlant]

minus the initial sadness, the revelation that Leon's okay was just what I needed today. I'm glad Leon is still a growing critter and I'll be interested to see when his claw grows back

[@MessyOCD]

Jesus! I almost sprained my finger hitting the notification!!! I'm so emotionally invested! ❤

[@Lorgy2]

Sprained finger 😂

[@Psyche0delic]

Their relatives, freshwater crayfish, regenerate all lost limbs or lost claws during their next molt. Following this example, Leon should emerge from his next molt with a healthy new claw; but it probably will not be as large...takes a couple molts to get it back up to size. That being said, I have no doubt in my mind that his water quality is perfect, given Brady's experience and expertise. So I do not believe that stress from improper water conditions caused this. But Leon may have dropped a claw due to stress from another source, such as the crabs that live in his tank with him. Or he got it caught in the rocks trying to get to the crabs that live in his tank with him.

[@White-Onyx000]

Thank you Brady for disclosing this information to us fans of Leon! God Bless you Brad and Leon!

[@lemonlord4057]

You are one hell of a documentarian. I love following Leons journey, glad he's not dead! hope he's healing well and feeling happy!

[@maryannthummel6903]

My heart sunk when I read the title, I’m so glad he’s going to be alright

[@danielhall5364]

Dang it Brady don't scare us like that. Saw my notifications and panicked. Glad Leon is ok. Can't believe I"m this investing in a grocery store lobster. That's most def a credit to your work bringing Leon to us Brady.

[@doraexplora9046]

1:40 into I realised he just dropped a claw. they do that. And then they grow back. It's a gift I wish I had!

[@emilywatchesmovies]

They can grow back?? That's insane

[@doraexplora9046]

@@emilywatchesmovies The thing you have to ask yourself is 'Without any predator's around, why did he get rid of his claw?' Maybe he read the Bible where Jesus said to his disciples "If your arm offends you, cut it off!" and he took it literally!

[@tracytre38]

I kept watching the vid to see if it will grow back, but I didn't see that mentioned. Yay!

[@doraexplora9046]

@@tracytre38 kzbin.info8LLqemMTN8Q

[@kallethoren]

​@@tracytre38 He says it at 9:00

[@kimberlyharshfield8629]

I just can't get over how beautiful Leon has turned out to be! 💕🙂 The blue's and silver's are amazing! So glad he's ok, u had us all worried with that title, can't wait for big L's new claw! Godspeed Leon! ❤🙂💕

[@bethkoch11]

I'm just now recovering from the shock of that title! I'm glad that Leon seems okay. I saw a video the other day from a lobster fisherman, and he had pulled in a lobster with NO claws, but little nubs where both claws were growing in. I have a feeling Leon will surprise us all!

[@SpellboundWolf]

When animals don't worry, like Leon here, that helps me to not worry. Please tell Leon he's brave and strong.

[@patriciahagedorn5694]

I saw your notification and I said, "Nooooo". I thought he died. Thank goodness he's OK even though he's missing a claw. He seems to be doing quite well. So happy that he will grow another one. I wasn't sure if his claw would grow back. I love your Leon videos. Please keep us updated on how he's doing.

[@budgetsdreams]

Bless little Leon 💛 And yourself for making these amazing videos.

[@Bradybrandwood]

Awesome! Thank you so much for watching.

[@Liberate1990]

I have been watching Leon's progress for over the past 3 years, mate, the years have flown by. I never thought I would be so attached to a sea creature on the internet. when I saw the video pop up on my feed, my heart actually sunk and I hesitated to click on the video. I am so happy Leon is thriving, and I really wish all the best for you, Brady & Leon. Till next time, peace!

[@qwave1322]

I hope people will stop mistreating and exploiting them because of this.

[@annaf3915]

@@qwave1322 I live in Central Europe so I only had lobster 3 times in my life but I never will again. I'm sure many of Leon's subscribers feel the same, also the ones who live in areas where eating lobster is more common.

[@anyascelticcreations]

​@@annaf3915As someone also far from the coast, and economically challanged, I have rarely eaten lobster either. And I don't plan to ever again. Honestly, I feel that way about cows now too after getting to know Moody and Mildred on Cog Hill Farm. Unfortunately beef is harder to avoid in a very beef centered culture in the US. But I do choose pork or chicken or fish or no meat at all whenever I reasonably can. It's tough to look at meat the same after you get to know the animals we used to eat.