Moving our Turtles into the Zoo!!

[@Reptiliatus]

Loved seeing the behind the scenes to getting this enclosure setup! It was so nice to see these turtles enjoying their enclosure during our visit for the build off challenge! 🐢

[@sexybeast3769]

hi

[@FreakingPlane]

hi

[@TurkeyPeoples]

Oh hi

[@cometmoon7580]

Hi

[@CheddarCheeseFactory]

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[@sined911]

This is all so cool guys. One day I’ll be able to comment and say “I’m old enough to remember when they worked out of their house and before they had zoo franchises all over the country” :)

[@hwgoblin]

Yes :D

[@shannonperez3779]

This is such a wholesome comment:)

[@meattoothpaste5113]

YESSSSS

[@rubylouisegarner5527]

Same

[@InsomniOwl_]

Right 🥺😭 I've been here so long! 😂

[@ClintsReptiles]

I loved this pond so much! I'm inspired!

[@brianbos5424]

Hello! You have great videos I really like them 😀

[@xiuyuun]

ja!

[@Creekersqueaker]

Hi your cool

[@LlLF0X]

AAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH CLINTS REPTILES AND DA OTHERS

[@norhaniszainol9863]

Hello Clint I'm a fan of you and Emily and Ed

[@timheuer3907]

Seeing those turtles brings back lots of memories from rescuing painted turtles. I’ll always remember Tiny who was just a baby I found on top of the ice while the lake was still half covered. We warmed her up and she became a beloved pet.

[@kimdenny7978]

Was it only painted turtles or just mainly painted turtles?

[@timheuer3907]

@@kimdenny7978 we mainly had painted turtles at our cabin where this happened. One year we had a clutch of snapping turtles laid in our yard but the hatched and were able to get into the water by themselves safely. We only helped when they couldn’t help themselves

[@unoriginal1086]

my turtle is also named Tiny! Well I have three, Tiny, Extra Tiny and Spotty. I named them when I was very young because Tiny and Extra Tiny are the same size and Spotty has no spots...

[@kimdenny7978]

@@timheuer3907 that’s cool! What type of snapping turtles?

[@housespiderinthecorner]

Oh, you didn't release Tiny? I mean, okay, just.. Well.. She was wild-

[@moonperson2224]

You should do a livestream of just the camera viewing the turtle enclosure, I'd watch them swimming around for hours, it's very calming

[@zo1592]

For sure! Would be cool to be able to select a few other animals like Rex maybe

[@rottebarnethellen]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@mya_collinss]

this is actually such a good idea! i hope they see this

[@shinygoddessofsoulsandrevi1780]

@@mya_collinss yea

[@kiwidatoucan9995]

Like this so they can see

[@behemothoferebus4295]

Shelly(E) and Shelby existing means there's also: Shell A, Shell C and Shell D out there somewhere.

[@WaterMage100]

Ideas: Shella/Sheila, Shellsy/Chelsea, Sheldy/Sheldon, and bonus: Shelf :)

[@angela944]

Haha this is awesome

[@hellogoodbye9989]

@@WaterMage100 i love shelf

[@durpydurp5220]

@@WaterMage100 "Shelf" literately made me laugh (my parents are getting concerned about my "random" laughter) :P

[@kimpanther5110]

Omg this comment needs more likes 😂😂😂

[@KaiahAurora]

"We're moving our very first reptiles into the zoo" Chloe didn't deserve to be disrespected in this way

[@fuchsregen4794]

well, Chloe was moved to the facility, not to the zoo :) The Zoo is included in the facility just like the store, the Classroom, the breeding areas. So she was not disrespected, no worries :) Otherwise, a lot of snakes would feel disrespected too :D

[@Wasarella]

Speaking of Chloe, did Emily say where she will live if not in that turtle tank? Did I miss it?

[@larissas706]

@@Wasarella I think she mentioned that Chloe will go to Rex's old enclosure in their house in a previous video.

[@xxTamisxx]

@@larissas706 Why dog store Chloe love in the turtle tank?

[@larissas706]

@@xxTamisxx I think Chloe is too big for the facility tank. She would need the tank for herself

[@aleutale]

Ed calling Mitchell "little sombrero boy" is so cute

[@alyssarose4220]

Watch "Our Newest Rescue is Deformed" for what Mitchell looked like when they first got him!

[@scifidiva523]

kind of funny hearing that Emily wants all the tannins out of the water. I used to breed betta fish and tannins helped encourage breeding behavior because it mimicked their natural spawning sites.

[@alisav8394]

But tannins also make is harder to see into the tank and they are a zoo after all, you have to be able to see into the tank clearly.

[@brandi3981]

Yeah I think the reason is she's not trying to breed turtles and she wants people to be able to see them

[@reubendaly827]

@@brandi3981 I don't think that tannins would make the turtles breed as they aren't breathing the water which is why it affects fish and make bettas breed

[@Lilith-Rose]

The tannins have good antifungal and antimicrobial properties, youll often find that blackwater is actually cleaner than many clear looking setups. I use alder cones to add tannins when I'm doing a blackwater setup and personally it looks a lot prettier

[@snakewithapen5489]

Yeah as a fish keeper I love the look of Blackwater biomes! And they're healthier too. I was like "noo all the lovely tannins, they make the water smell so good D:" But I can see how it would be pretty inconvenient for a zoo display tank lol, they want the water to be clear so people can see the turtles better.

[@spotycoffeegaming]

im still worried about the turtles- mainly worried about turtle snatchers- but aslong as there is a member of staff there 24/7 it eases my stress a bit. love the tank though!

[@crypticarts7132]

I think they said they’ll have cameras and someone near by so nobody takes the turtles ^_^

[@QueerAndHere]

yeah they have a camera that's focused on the turtles and an employee standing next to it, or so I remember them saying.

[@mothboy420]

people do that?? omg

[@jemsfranco]

Im scared of the children mistreating them

[@spotycoffeegaming]

@@mothboy420 karens- entitled people, entitled kids. some people are nasty

[@morgangobin9985]

Hey, Emily and Ed! Just wanted to say that I bought an Eeveelution tank top from you guys recently and it *wildly* exceeded my expectations! Seriously, the pictures on the store site do not do the print justice-the fact that each snake has its type on its head stamp was a tiny detail, but one that I absolutely loved! The quality was also very good; the print was super bright and thick, almost rubbery, and I doubt it’ll wash off any time soon. Needless to say I’ll *definitely* be buying another shirt from you guys in the near future!

[@SHENworks]

Took me a few sentences to realize you were talking about clothes merch, not a top for an enclosure, LOL! 👕

[@angelitabecerra]

Tip for washing; if you wash it inside out, only on cold, and hang dry you can keep prints on shirts from fading/washing off

[@cathyb1273]

@@SHENworks Same 🤣🤣

[@not_larry9039]

@@SHENworks Same lmao.

[@justtryingmybest3479]

@@SHENworks ha same 😂💀💀

[@kenna_c]

Aww yay! The turtles look so happy in their new home! I love how Shelly and Mitchell are best friends already! ❤️🐢

[@sterlinh]

My family really liked the turtles. We spent a bit of the time there, and I was honestly just happy we came!

[@annanova8504]

6:45 the transition! 🤣🤣 I've been laughing non stop for the past 5 minutes🤣🤣🤣🤣 BEST EDITING TO DATE!!!

[@SaraSweets35]

13:53 Ed’s very brave having his phone balance like that

[@georgeprosser9157]

I love how much thought you guys give to the happiness of each and every animal. You went the extra mile to make sure all of the turtles had their needs met and that is just standard for animals in your care. It really fills me with joy whenever I see you interacting with/providing for your animals because it is so clear how much you genuinely care about each individual’s wellbeing. Love you guys❤️ 🐍I hope you see this

[@mollyrawr1066]

This was perfect timing! I was getting bored but now I’m definitely not! :D

[@FreakingPlane]

Hell yeah :D

[@zwierzchnik]

To see the turtle's exhibit go from a blank space to a testudine paradise was amazing! I'm sure they'll all be happy with all that room to swim and bask. Great job❣

[@cathyb1273]

While waiting for this video i watch the one from Luke, the 9 yo boy who sold you the lovely mantises, when he came to visit the facility with his parents. The joy on his face was so great to see, in particular when you put Cheyenne on his arm....and it was just part one 😄

[@angelinaflores8607]

Link please?

[@kimdenny7978]

Mostly without talking though and we could watch them and hear the turtles

[@cathyb1273]

@@angelinaflores8607 The channel name is : Luke’s Bug Adventures and part 2 is out.

[@angelinaflores8607]

@@cathyb1273 thank you!

[@valerieproulx8527]

No

[@Keeperoffyre]

must be an unofficial turtle/tortoise day since i just watched Kamp Kenan's video on his tortoises and turtles (including babies!!!) loving it! and i'm glad the turtles love their new home!

[@Wuleli]

Congrats! The turtle tank is beautiful (Btw, that phone at 13:53 is giving me so much anxiety)

[@lumsdelj]

came looking for this comment

[@AnointedUnicorn]

I would really like an update on Quasimodo the turtle. Is there any chance that we can see him again?

[@MixR700]

He was in a somewhat recent video in passing, I forget what video it was though, but he is still alive and doing well!

[@AnointedUnicorn]

@@MixR700 I know! I saw it, but it was so brief. I don’t even think we even really saw him. It was just a “hey he’s alive.” I know it’s a lot to ask, but I and so many other people would really like a video about him. He’s a very special turtle, especially to me…

[@MixR700]

@@AnointedUnicorn I agree! I just wanted to make sure you had seen that! He’s a very interesting case for sure

[@naisagathefirstdestronmand8559]

I also agree! I did hear that he's alive and I'm assuming there's just not enough to make a video on. But I hope we get something soon! Probably after all the zoo stuff.

[@maumee22]

I come to you from the future with their February 2022 Livestream. Unfortunately, Quasi did pass away.

[@seanwallace9269]

You might try adding bentonite clay to the water to reduce tannins and odors. I know it is used in wine as fining agent, to reduce tannins in white wines. I am not sure the effect it would have on turtles however, but bentonite is a naturally occurring mineral clay.

[@mimithedragoncat912]

I can’t believe the zoo is open! I went there last week and it was AMAZING (got some really cool pictures)

[@durpydurp5220]

lucky it is way to far for me to just go like that

[@CricketsMa]

Totally delightful to see the build completed, and the turtles happily adjusting to their new environment. Happy day!🤩

[@AnomalousZoologist]

I remember when you had Shelly, Shelby, Taco, and the Stink pots all in one aquarium and split them after moving Chloe up! They must be like "Oh- It's you again!" That does make me wonder though, where is your third stink pot? Did they pass away? As for your new map turtle... would you be naming him soon? Might I recommend Sheldon?

[@warriormaiden9829]

Seconding Sheldon! XD

[@meifuu__6001]

Yeah i was wondering about the third stinkpot as well

[@kleague41]

Moving Chloe up where?? And fourth for Sheldon!

[@AnomalousZoologist]

@@kleague41 Chloe originally lived in one of the two aquariums, the one the stinkpots just came out of. They moved her up from that into the horse trough she lives in now, albeit it was in Rex's room.

[@kleague41]

@@AnomalousZoologist Oh, so they moved her back home into Rex's room? That's a big upgrade for her! :)

[@mistysidorov189]

I've never wanted to visit a place so badly in my life. This is going to be amazing when it's completely done!

[@billythekid6509]

Congratulations Ed and Emily u guys have been working so hard on your educational zoo and it shows i hope u guys get all the success and happiness u can get u guys deserve it for sure.

[@BlahCraft1]

Emily and Ed, how did you prevent your turtles from eating the vegetation? I have an older red eared slider, who will eat any plant we put in his enclosure, and has even tried eating plastic plants.

[@raptorfae.6645]

Maybe it's a species specific thing (Emily's turtles are map,painted,musk and softshell turtles) ?

[@runa8354]

as far as i saw, they put in fake plants :)

[@exnedu1738]

I also have sliders and they will try to eat everything as well. :/

[@kimdenny7978]

I personally think it’s fine if they eat the plants under 2 conditions… as long as you still OFFER them food and as long as the plants are a safe type for the turtle…

[@BlahCraft1]

@@kimdenny7978 The problem wasn't that the turtle was ingesting plants, it was that he tore up 90% of it in the 10 seconds my back was turned.

[@faeriegurl87tn69]

They look so excited! And Taco's little snoot is so darn cute! 😍

[@Alskasaur]

That set up looks so wonderful for all of them! Though I must admit I think it’s very funny that as soon as you walk in the zoo, you see the big Snake Discovery sign, but the first animals you see… are turtles! 😂

[@Rob_Thorsman]

Turtle Discovery!

[@hadrosaur-harley9623]

Im really hoping for a full tour video once these videos are up to date. Would really help international people who cant visit the place!

[@TuberoseKisser]

I still hope that gets covered, I wouldn't trust even fans with an open enclosure. Other zoos with open enclosures have people there the entire time.

[@carschmn]

Or if not covered, at least ringed by hardware cloth.

[@priscawiersma]

They have cameras, they addressed this in one of their GO videos.

[@littleike2228]

Yep, people will be trying to touch the turtles constantly. It needs to covered unless they plan on having someone there

[@jessicaconda4825]

They stated in a couple of their live stream videos for grand opening that there will be someone watching the pond/tank as a precaution. I'm sure given their care of their animals that if it does became a problem, or they suspect that it might they will address it.

[@marshmallowmountains4636]

@@priscawiersma Yes, because no one commits crimes when cameras are around.

[@larryhall2947]

Wooooo. I’ve been following y’all for years. I’m so happy to see how far y’all have came and how close y’all are to being done. If y’all could ever really be done 😂

[@priscawiersma]

They're done! The Grand Opening was over Labor Day!

[@jamdavidson878]

I have never seen someone use the the word y’all so many times in one sentence😂

[@larryhall2947]

@@jamdavidson878 😂😂 my bad I’m running in 2 hours of sleep and was raised on a farm in Kentucky.

[@jamdavidson878]

@@larryhall2947 😂

[@Friendstoyourend]

this was a video they filmed before the grand opening they're playing catch up with all the videos they filmed before hand that they just haven't released yet!

[@chrisyoung7662]

She was so happy at the start and I love it

[@raptorfae.6645]

A question: are any of your turtles able to mate (both within species like Shelly and Mitchell and the stinkpots and between species like the two map turtles) ?

[@FioreCiliegia]

they have tried to breed the stinkpots i know, it just hasn't happened. Mitchel might be too stunted...

[@hippo4262]

I think they are trying but all they got so far was an infertile egg

[@jpolowin0]

And if so, does the environment support egg-laying?

[@rowanheart8122]

@@jpolowin0 I mean, probably not since turtles lay their eggs in the sand, and all the sand is well... Underwater

[@artivo2270]

I think Mitchell is too small and stunted to breed, and they only got infertile eggs from the stinkpots

[@Julia-ev2su]

Michelle is watching lovingly from turtle heaven. She would be so proud of you guys.

[@yourlocaltherapistfriend4513]

The subscribers for his channel are all so nice, I remember talking about my reptiles and then we had a whole conversation in the comments I also love the fact that Mitchel got so determined to get out after he got hit on

[@anitaassad4499]

Stunning. Congrats with the opening of the zoo. Hugs from Johannesburg south Africa

[@yvainestelmack7196]

To prevent the turtles from demolishing any plants they grow they could grow a couple baskets and rotate them between the main pond and a smaller one in the back.

[@chip5976]

The second I saw the phone on the edge of the glass my heart dropped lmao

[@MasonWhite19]

Can you do a full tour of the zoo when it's done? I don't care if the video is 2 hours long!

[@warriormaiden9829]

Agreed!!!

[@durpydurp5220]

yes please do! (lets hope they see this)

[@LeoShima]

ngl, I was absolutely chillin' with this video until 13:52 and then my anxiety over the cell phone on the edge spiked 😨 like the back of their map turtles

[@christinahawkins3469]

Thanks!

[@moriahkatz4329]

I might be able to come to your zoo during my winter break! I am so excited! I have a painted turtle and he/she ( I don’t know yet) is so cute 🥰!

[@DanTheTurtleMan_]

Super cool! I'm glad the turts will be the first thing people see when walking in. That enclosure rocks!

[@thatonekid565]

Perfect timing! I need something to relax and smile to

[@JessicasAnimalFriends]

the turtles were my FAVORITE! And I remember you mentioning how bad the tannins were- totally right!

[@ItsMattF]

They look so happy in their new home! So cute! Thanks for the best reptile videos out there!

[@alaskangirl7675]

Glorious day! The turtles are so happy but it’s the pure joy on Ed and Emily’s faces that makes my heart soar.

[@RainCheck797]

You should call the Ouashita map turtle "ruffles" because ruffles have ridges.

[@BacadoTheSkoggy]

That “yeah we had to drain it again” almost made me spit out my tea. Comedy gold

[@crystaldottir]

Every time you show that tank, I think of people tossing stuff into it on the way by. Are you going to have a guard full-time?

[@BlenderMadness]

Or trying to grab the turtles out

[@ElfsArt24]

Yeah that's what they said

[@TheSilverLioness]

TACO!!!! I've missed this pal so so much, I'm so happy to see him again 💕

[@Lroselovely88]

So cool to see this video after getting to see the awesome set up on streams ever since!

[@Miss65boo]

This enclosure is perfect for these turtles to live their best life in! It's like they are living in a 5 star hotel! Great job E & E!!

[@Kickilia]

Aww, they looked so curious and eager going into the new tank! It was so fun to watch! 🥰

[@davesandulli5883]

So many companies and people pulling together for your success this is the best of the hobby!

[@jeky1986]

Wuhuuuu 🥳🥳🥳 It looks awesome. Can‘t wait for seeing the finished-Zoo-Video, and for Rex moving there. Now after watching this video, I‘m realising, how much I‘m missing Michelle. I‘m sure she would have loved this enclosure 🥺

[@w.m.8126]

They're adorable!!! I hope they've been acclimating well and forming lots of friendships

[@the_animal_ark]

Aww so cute So much space too for all the little guys and girls God bless 🙏🙏

[@Kat-nv9cp]

Thank you guys for giving your animals such nice enclosures.

[@carschmn]

Shelly and Mitchell are so cute. So friendly! I’m so excited to see the turtles! I hope you fed Shelby, she’s obviously starving 😉

[@sshh_itsaxis]

Lol that "I hate u" from that grumpy turt 🤣

[@pyroprincess7852]

This is better than I thought the turtle tank was going to look like I was also confused I thought originally the turtle tank was for the snapping turtle, im like a open pond for a snapper for kids to stick their hands into wha No this is an awesome video and I forgot they had these little guys, love these videos

[@dominiquehebert4903]

When they first showed it, empty and without it in the zoo even (maybe at the trip to universal rocks) I thought the shape was really strange and it looked small, but seeing it set up and with the turtles in it I think it works great :)

[@mrmasteriq953]

Turtles are my favorite reptile🐢

[@hellopeeps4722]

This is a great setup I’m so proud of what y’all have accomplished. Lovely 💙🌿

[@musicalrattlesnakes]

It's been so amazing watching the progress of your dream coming true! I'm so excited to see the first reptiles in the zoo and can't wait to who else will be joining! Watching this journey has really inspired and motivated me to continue working toward my goal of opening a rescue/zoo for reptiles, fish, and other exotic animals that might not have anywhere else to go. There aren't too many places like that near me and it's been a dream of mine for 10+ years now. Absolutely love what you lovely people are doing ❤

[@fenek6562]

Can you a do an ultimate snake video tutorial? Basically from someone who thinks that corn snakes eat corn to someone who has all the knowledge to give his snake a happy life. Obviously a lot of your videos are about snake care so you can just say something like "if your snake has mites go watch this video". I think that having a one larger video covering the most important information would be extremely helpful. Btw i am forever grateful for all the amazing work you do for the reptile community.

[@iridescentmirage]

Turtle tanks are so cool, and this one is one of the most amazing I've seen! An excellent first exhibit to the zoo~

[@April0503]

I love that the soft shelled turtle has a little pig nose 😂

[@venus_venus_venus]

Omg yes loveth pfp cult :)

[@April0503]

@@venus_venus_venus yeeesss

[@evthepinappleg1252]

Omg, I love taco 😍😍 his nose is adorable 😅😅

[@weirdwaffles631]

OMG!!! So exciting! I’m so happy for you guys!

[@Nemodog]

I was really looking forward to seeing the turtles put into their new environment! It was wonderful! All your hard work is paying off and the Zoo looks amazing! Now to see Rex in her new tank!

[@gregwallen9383]

The tank looks great

[@deannap.3459]

Loved the underwater B roll at the end there. So glad to see the turtles happy in their new home at the zoo!

[@melanopygus]

Mitchell just wants attention he don't want my heart

[@mausmail6907]

Very cool pond for your turtles! I love seeing you and Ed having so much ideas and love in details for your animals

[@hello240963]

Awesome enclosure! But I thought this tank was initially meant for Chloe the snapping turtle?

[@snooglepuffer]

I don’t think so maybe they have a separate enclosure for her since she’s pretty bigger then them? Or maybe they’ll keep her at they’re house

[@davidferguson8183]

No it was always meant for the tank turtles Chloe has her own set up

[@ivy9922]

Chloe is by their office, right? Wonder if they'll move her in the zoo. Sadly I couldn't go to their opening.

[@hello240963]

@@davidferguson8183 Ohh my bad. Couldve sworn it was meant for Chloe. Thanks for letting me know!

[@hello240963]

@@ivy9922 yep! I hope they do. Same here, I live in a different country haha.

[@niamhmcnicholas2531]

You are my favourite KZbinr I love you it is so much fun watching you

[@adventureswithdan84]

When the entire zoo is complete, that would be an exciting thing to see.

[@Black-Swan-007]

It is complete. They are open now.

[@ElfsArt24]

@@Black-Swan-007 that's the shop the turtles are the only animals in the zoo right now and they are still working on it

[@Black-Swan-007]

@@ElfsArt24 No. You're 100% wrong. They just had the ZOO'S grand opening over the holiday weekend. This video was filmed weeks ago. Go back and watch their Grand Opening live streams and the build off. The turtles were IN THE ZOO in the build off videos. ALL OF THE ANIMALS are in the zoo and it is now open to the public Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 8pm.

[@foxmitten1443]

I'm always so genuinely excited to see a zoo update pop up in my feed, you guys are fantastic

[@asupreme92]

“Must be a painted turtle thing” i have 7 painted turtles and can’t agree more

[@isabellalily6758]

My dad says consider a diatomaceous earth water polisher (aquarium) for periodic or quick clearing cloudy or tanin coloured water.

[@dreamcherub7541]

I've been wondering this whole time, is Chloe going to get her own enclosure as well?

[@angelshaw6661]

It’s so exciting watching your guys’ dream come alive after watching your channel for so long, love you guys!!

[@wyvernknight]

Ah, the Snake discovery sign directed above the turtle enclosure

[@sherrybrzeczka7966]

Really cool and fun! I love the captions that were spot on and had me cracking up!! It will be fun to watch the interactions between the different species!

[@RetiredCult]

Long time veteran of retail. How are you going to keep kids from throwing trash and other stuff in the tank?

[@patriciasiefert7140]

The turtles look super happy!

[@khaledhossain4456]

Every middle child who's watching this can relate to how Emily said"Go away Mitchell, this isn't about you"🤣🤣🤣

[@not_larry9039]

Yes, I can relate.

[@tacosnek899]

I cannot relate myself though, even as athe middle

[@rockercaterrorencountered4924]

oh I love their little pond! It looks just like their natural habitat. As far as cohabbing turtles, I'm almost positive I've seen major, well-recognized aquariums keep multiple species that would encounter each other in the wild together, so I don't think anyone would bat an eye.

[@runnernight8970]

Is it possible that the turtles might breed even though they are different species?

[@jessicazuley8542]

That's the same filter I use for my turtle! I definitely recommend getting a rolling planter caddy so your heavy, awkward filter is on wheels! It makes maintenance so much easier!

[@Katied2017]

That phone on the corner of the tank had me in suspense!

[@ameliadriscoll8634]

Seeing the tannins leaching into the water i know now if i want to add wood like that to any tank or pond maybe pre-soak the log in a seperate container, so that way it should reduce the need for multiple water changes. The turtles look so happy in their new home!

[@kidz4916]

14:00-14:01 Whoever's phone that is, There playing a risky game.

[@alexchavez9214]

facts

[@AshleyMGuenther]

Mitchell is so precious 🥺

[@Geckokidthepaladin]

This is so lovely!!!!

[@Floorsign2]

These videos really show just how much they love these animals. It’s really great to see