THE MOST AFFECTIONATE REPTILES! Reptiles That Love You Back!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

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[@battosaijenkins946]

Another weird trait I've found over the years, is that some of my abronias (not all) refuse to use their claws when handled i.e on my hand/arm. It's very strange because its almost as if they know they can scratch you and so you see their front and hind gingerly walk and put no tension on their finger like appendages.

[@livingart2576]

I will eventually become a patron but I’ve been out of work a while since I had spinal surgery. Until then I’ll keep liking and leaving a comment 😀

[@jasonwebb1882]

Adam. To help with your puppy to quit peeing whenever you get home. This is an easy thing to do. Go to whatever outside door you are teaching her to go outside to do her business. Never make eye contact and call her outside. Once she is outside, then make eye contact. I'm pretty sure you and everyone else might know this. Never get angry for a dog peeing g when you look at them. This is their way of showing you are the leader of the pack.

[@davidvento5481]

*>GASP!

[@livingoutsidethebubble]

Was hoping the Dumeril's would be here.

[@retto1155]

The idea of a small reptile wanting to get onto a very large, warm giant that's likely to protect them from predators and also regularly provides them with food and enrichment is def something worth considering. While it may be debatable whether they have "affection" varying from one species to the next, it's def undeniable that they do have *trust.* And that's enough for me :)

[@alicecain4851]

Put the words "small child" in the place of "small reptile" and tell me what the difference is. They seek the same thing and gain trust - which is a LOT! I'm in the group of people who think their bearded dragons love them - probably because we love them so much. Loved your comment - and yes, I have children and still think it's parallel.

[@phorestpsy216]

@@alicecain4851 the difference is massive. Even if some reptiles do enjoy their keepers presence, they are perfectly fine being left alone. This is very different from humans, or even social mammal species that will absolutely suffer in isolation.

[@alixanderjohnson5151]

I think that depends on the species of reptile. Some, like Garter snakes, are incredibly social and probably would suffer from being isolated

[@spfein]

I caught a wild gecko and within 1 minute of catching it, it relaxed and just chilled on my thumb for like 20 mins

[@Pokelemon3434]

@@spfein some animals just say ay Watsup big dude but most say holy hell it’s a giant RUN MF RUN

[@negandavidson9600]

My bearded dragon is actually affectionate. When anyone in the home is sad, he will claw at the glass and cuddle to cheer us up. Anytime my daughter cries he tries to see why and comfort her. One time he bite my wife on accident and stopped eating and when she brought him out to show him she was okay he cuddled with her and refused to leave. He did the same thing for me when my dad died and I was a wreck. At the moment he's shedding so he's moody and wishes the world would burn. But when's he's not shedding he's loving.

[@vesuviustitanus4006]

my tegu is the same maybe cause she probley grew up with dogs and I don't have a terrarium but gets her own corner with heating rock and uvlight I get upset she comes up and cuddles me want lettings or oddly enough bring her toy up to me. yes she has toys used to be my girlfriend's now they belong to my tegu. don't judge me she took an lol.

[@domreid1474]

It’s truly believed some reptiles can be! And almost all are lizards 🦎 I believe it at least when you get them young and captive and they learn life with you it’s like a parent or a god lol but there’s trust and curiosity maybe not love but definitely a lot more than empty animal behavior.

[@mantisbog]

He's seeking her tears instinctually for salt, and was sated by your wife's blood and hoping more.

[@zoron8952]

I've seen bearded dragons play fetch, come when called, and even nuzzle owners......they're oddly bondable for lizards. I think it's capable for any animal to bond deeply with people even if it's technically rare or people over thinking it.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

adorable eh

[@kodeemarquis6202]

Our bearded dragon seems very cat like. When he wants to be left alone he ignores us. If he wants attention he throws a fit until we hold him.

[@amaianimates5605]

@@kodeemarquis6202 my cat is vary cat like On a more serious note I want to get a reptile soon! Just not quite ready yet and I have to do more research! Right know I want an electric blue day gecko

[@3cabbagesshovedupmyarse974]

Lmao my bearded dragon is so different he always wants to be free. He will let u pick him up but won’t let you hold him for long since he just tries to jump down and explore

[@MrsVrba]

Wish mine was like that! He’s sweet, but rarely seeks contact. Might need to try clicker training.

[@Reptego]

Adam: I can put Diamond on my ear and he just sits there, he never bothers me. Diamond: *thinking of ways to bite Adam’s ear*

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

HAHAHHA basically!

[@davidwesley2525]

@@WickensWickedReptiles Diamond finds human ears tasty. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@LoneLupine]

I think it's interesting how even though humans are a heat source to reptiles, some of them will choose their owner over a stranger. My friend had a rosey boa and when I tried to hold her she would be constantly be trying to get back to her "dad". Which to me proves that they had a special bond. People say "it's not love, it's familiarity" but when you get down to it, that's the same reason your dogs love you too, technically

[@alicecain4851]

Your children too!

[@lucid_2701]

yea my imperator does that too, always wants to get back to me, even when I'm cold

[@spfein]

Familiarity is basically the foundation of love

[@LoneLupine]

@@spfein I cannot agree with you more!

[@themarinefan]

I don't think it's strange at all. If they use you as a heat source it means they trust you and do not think you would harm them. It is not a strange thing for an animal to prefer the person who takes care of them over a total stranger.

[@Reptiliatus]

I’m filing a formal complaint! Monitor lizards should have made this list 😤😉🦎✨! All jokes aside, fun video brotha!

[@SenseiJynx]

Your crocodile skinks are definitely “affectionate” to you but thats in regard to how normal croc skinks act

[@L.V.exoticpets]

Thats very true some monitors like Savanahs as well always want love

[@L.V.exoticpets]

Man after I got bit by one as a kid I just can't own a shnider skink

[@deekay1310]

Adam HATES monitors

[@babynoodle42]

Only Sabzi lol

[@bobbiec2829]

None of my reptiles are all that cuddly but I love how inquisitive my crested chahoua hybrid is. As soon as I walk into the room after he gets up he runs down to the front of the enclosure to greet me. Sometimes he won't wake up until I come in the room. It's the sweetest thing ever and warms my heart. While I am the giver of food he's not super food motivated so I don't think that's it. What I find funny is after a few pets and licks/sniffs he's done with me, at least for the moment 😄

[@huntercarr4288]

🤣

[@nicholasnguyen6001]

lol my geckos only do that because they are insect crazy rn

[@porakiyadraekojin3390]

That sounds quite cat-like lol

[@Alpha_Zap2004]

Give him some time my leo and crestie are starting to warm up to me finally I’ve always wanted a hybrid tho

[@_vigilante_lizard_2279]

My Beardies are more affectionate than any dogs I've ever met. Then again, treat them as if they're human and they'll respect you, trust you and love you. My bearded dragons do greet me when I come inside, my male licks away my tears when I cry, never have trained them and they act trained and sometimes come when called! I must be lucky with the Beardies I got. Then again, I treat them like actual human beings and they have no rules, they appreciate that and it makes them the most respectful, sentient, understanding lil guys I've ever owned. Yes I've had dogs and cats, they've never acted as affectionate as my lizards. Just because lizards don't speak our language, doesn't mean they don't think like us.

[@kylemarkham1946]

Honestly, I have seen a lot of "affection" from the sliders I kept growing up. Similar to how the dog loses her mind when I walk in the house, the turtles would go bananas if I specifically walked in the room. Granted, a lot of this was begging for food, but it doesn't feel much different from how the cat treated us. My young sulcata is similar when he gets the zoomies. If he sees my hand drop in with fingers wiggling, he barrels towards it for a shell scratch, does a quick dance, another lap, and repeats the process a dozen times or so before he gets tired.

[@alicecain4851]

Can you imagine your sulcata doing that when he's older and SO much bigger? You'll need to post your own videos!

[@muurrarium9460]

@@alicecain4851 I second that motion!

[@DaveDurham]

Well thanks for mentioning me. But the video Lizard greets man like a dog was a start up video, just learning how to train them. To really see a dog like video, the obstacle course is the best stunt to date. I have my lizards go away from me, to do the stunt. If trained right, voice commands are all thats needed, just like a dog. And you wont see a more affectionate lizard then Lucky. Again thanks for mentioning me

[@dredorida3837]

I'm shocked to not see Tegus on this list! But an incredible list none-the-less! Love seeing the representation for other cool herps like skinks :)

[@peggedyourdad9560]

I think he's trying to cover less talked about reptiles.

[@Carolyncy]

Tegu's should definitely be there

[@caseysilva6919]

Bearded dragons are amazing and enjoy hanging with Loki everyday. Then there is Titan, mascot at the gym and he literally runs to the front of the enclosure when I arrive no matter what time of day it is. I do have to say one of my leopard tortoises is a social butterfly and will come trotting across the pen when anyone is outside.

[@AllThingsLiving813]

I love your content and the animals. You can tell this man actually cares.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you thank you!

[@lilivi4301]

My beardy begs to come out at lights-out time because when he was little I used to take him out every night and let him fall asleep in my palm. His tank is definitely warmer than me, so there must be a reason he begs to see me regularly.

[@WolfGirlCasey]

i feel like some torts are really into human interaction too once they learn the joys of toothbrush shell scritchies

[@matthewgoodson9275]

Can they feel their shell being touched?

[@Emily-oy2nq]

@@matthewgoodson9275 Yes, they have nerve endings in their shells

[@kikitcat5]

It's like rubbing your fingernail bed but it probably feels better than that for them!!

[@biblicallyaccuratecockroach]

Interesting video. We cannot judge "love" from species so different from ours. Dogs were specifically selected to be visibly affectionate to humans, so we recognize their affection easily without having to put in the work to learn their language, we forced them to learn ours. Cats have their own way of showing affection, but because it's not the "human-sanctioned" way like dogs many people don't recognize it and say cats are heartless when humans are the ones expecting worship. Reptiles are much simpler creatures in comparison. I do not think they are capable of "love" as we understand it, but they are intelligent enough to understand when specific humans are good or bad to them, and to form trust bonds, and that's enough to form a relationship, even if it's a simple one. Trust is the basis of any relationship, after all 👍

[@Delojos]

I know this comment is over e year old but I just want to say that I think its less we bred dogs to be easier for us to read emotionally as opposed to our species having spent that much time with that animal that both evolved to recognize eachothers emotions.

[@mlralston]

This was a great video. I am a first-time reptile owner (I got my Leopard Gecko as a hatchling last November). Honestly, he loves to interact and will give little chirps or barks when he wants to come out. He is not stressed at all when doing this and he will let me know when he wants to go back.

[@miparo6088]

This is actually a very adorable video, it gives me fuzzy feels😁 I'm so happy my leopard gecko does the glass scratching thing when he wants to hang out. Those are pretty much the only times I pick him up and he always hurries on my palm and then we either play games or watch something together untill he starts to get restless. When he does I know it's time to bring him back into his enclosure and even then he just takes his sweet time to go off from my hand🥰

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

So cute!!

[@BlairMountainNetwork]

Yup... Same! *** Surprised Leos didn't make the list with their perma-grin & playful personalities (but am gonna look into skinks now!)... Perhaps my little buddy 💛🦎 Bart is unique? He's a total goofball who enjoys watching shows or exploring (especially going through home-made obstacles course or crawling inside my drums 🪘🥁 & "playing" them with his tail). . . He totally recognizes his name & comes when called. He will hang out by the glass door & crawl onto my hand when I open it! ~ But kinda more cat-like than dog-like (as Rebecca from LeopardGeckoTalk channel said in her video of great things about Leopard Geckos, which was my motivation for getting Bart when my last cat passed away & SO glad I did cause he is awesome!)

[@thecurlyhairedkeeper]

My BCI loves to curl up and fall asleep around my shoulders 🥰 And my SD Retic comes out of his enclosure on his own every day (often he begs to come out multiple times a day 😂 - he's the most social/inquisitive reptile in my care right now).

[@zoezombie3223]

Yeah my thoughts immediately went to BCIs, not necessarily always affectionate but many individuals definitely seem comfortable around people

[@mattg6106]

I just got a BCI a couple weeks ago and he's already starting to warm up to me and pops his head out to see what's going on. Easily the most chill snake I have already as well.

[@danhume7669]

I used to have a berm. When she was still small(?) at 8ft, I would take her to the local street fair with me. She would be handled by 100 people on those days, ZERO aggression. She would come home and sleep for a week, but no issues with anyone holding her.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Amazing!

[@amandam1969]

Our BCI Boa “begs” at the door to be taken out and then climbs out onto us when we open the door and yesterday our little Palmetto Corn snake was looking at us and we thought wanted out and when i open the cage and put my hand out to him he crawled right onto me to! Snakes are smarter and more personable than people give them credit for!!

[@alicecain4851]

I think so too. My sister disparagingly talks about the "reptilian brain" that's just food seeking but I really do think it's more than that. I hope that someday biologists will be able to find a way to show reptiles are more than just eating machines and really have emotions. Those of us who have them already know.

[@caughtafaygo]

Love this and thank you for saying THEY SHOULDN'T BE TREATED LIKE OBJECTS OR INVESTMENTS OR MONEY SIGNS. Some keepers clearly have become a little callused to their animals and handle them a bit rough like their looking thru their baseball cards for a certain card. Awesome video!

[@blackonyx9842]

The way I see affection in reptiles (or at least in *my* reptile) is that they may not love you like a dog or even some cats, but they'll learn who you are and for a non-domesticated animal that isn't really social, just having one beg to come out of its enclosure or for food or to or even climb into your hands is really amazing. My kingsnake doesn't tend to stick around me for too long unless he finds a comfy spot; interacting with him is basically "Hello human. You have mouse? No mouse? I go find mouse." It's still pretty great that he'll usually at least check me out before moving onto other things. Plus, based on his attempts to eat me, he's comfortable enough with me to try to eat in my hands, so that's nice. Sort of.

[@negator1982]

Same with mine. She actually comes to the glass and crawls on my arm when I present it. Then of course she will get the zoomies and hunt for food, but coming onto my arm is something special for me.

[@axoticgeckos]

I haven't been watching for a few weeks, I've just been catching up on the videos and saw this notification pop up and felt I had to come watch this! My 2 leopard geckos are very cuddley, they always come up to the glass and want to come out and be held! It's adorable! Keep up the great work! You make amazing videos!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@axoticgeckos]

@@WickensWickedReptiles So far I have! Amazing video!

[@kerryfiddler9530]

My LG loves to come out and say hi. He lets me pet him. He will act like a cat when I pet his head or back. Is will walk up to me and ask to be picked up.

[@axoticgeckos]

@@kerryfiddler9530 Same haha! They are goofs!

[@kerryfiddler9530]

@@axoticgeckos they really are! Trying to figure out how to get another or get a giant LG.....

[@davidreynolds9375]

Totally agree about bearded dragons. I had one for 12 years that would cuddle down on my chest every night while I watched tv. I realize it was just for warmth, but it was still adorable.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

adorable

[@mandyluna]

Watching your videos is almost bad for me because I just want them all! As of now I can't get any, maybe one day. I really love blue tongue skinks but you're opening my eyes to the other kinds too! Also i just purchased one of your shirts last night and I can't wait for it to get here!🤗💓💓

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Glad you like them!

[@Hidori41]

I personally love my Beardie.. she’s great. Like you said always very chill and seemingly loves to be held and pet… but it definitely takes time to gain that trust.

[@CaliAnimalLover]

Second comment: I noticed your tattoos this time, I knew you had some, but with your tank top they are definitely more noticeable. I love the deep colors, they look really nice. Maybe one day do a video on those! We could see them close up and get your take on what they mean to you, and why you chose that particular image to carry forever!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Yes! Thank you!

[@rileyfuckingrifle]

​@@WickensWickedReptilesPlease, definitely do a vid on the tats. Very intrigued.

[@marieparsons9908]

YES!! to the skinks : ) I would like a video about poop. Namely, which reptile messes up their cage the most. Can you spot clean or is it an entire cage clean every time? Emily and Ed say that tegues mess up their cages a lot. also crebos. But Rex seems sort of litter box trained. Arboreal species would be cleaner, yes? Also, who poops often vs. periodically? I don't know how you'd make such a video, but I think this should be a factor when selecting a reptiles. Love what I can see of the tats!

[@redpillqueen8888]

Same

[@Lunarstruck1]

I third this! I want a Prehensile Tailed Skink but.....the POOP

[@liss1356]

I'm acquiring a new appreciation for reptiles after learning more about them and after getting my Crested Gecko. I know all of them have different personalities, but his is amazing.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

so happy to hear it!

[@62873milehi420]

Tortoises display some " affection behaviors " , my box turtle I had as a kid came out every morning to see the family morning and evening when we ate , she was in the kitchen because it was warmer !

[@kaijawitch]

When I had blue tongues they were downright cuddly. My first even came when called by name. (I had held him the day he was born, and took him home just a few weeks later so he was very socialized)

[@crazycritterlady88]

I have a Blue Tongue Skink and since watching your videos and Clint's videos, I've been keeping an eye out for both Schneider skinks and Emerald Tree skinks! The more I learn about them the more amazing I find them! And now I'm hooked onto Monkey Tailed Skinks. I'd love to see a video/care guide on those!! Thanks for all you do!

[@Eliannacrixes]

Umm this just got posted 10 Minutes ago how did you get here a day ago

[@sampagano205]

@@EliannacrixesPatreon early access.

[@kerryfiddler9530]

I have an emerald tree skink...love her! Getting a male and female for her!!! As soon as I l can find more.

[@crazycritterlady88]

@@kerryfiddler9530 That's awesome! I have yet to see one in person! 😆 I hope you get to find a couple more for your gal! They seem to like the company.

[@kerryfiddler9530]

@@crazycritterlady88 they do! I have her in a decked out 40gal terrarium. But might build a 4x2x3 for them. Would love to breed.

[@IridescentObsession]

Definitely make a prehensile tailed skink video! My yellow ackie monitor is the most affectionate reptile I’ve ever had. My northern blue tongue and prehensile tailed skinks always “beg” to come out. And my male Hogg island boa also used to be fairly affectionate

[@Leigh_ReptilesChaos]

Love our burms! They are so curious but also love just chilling on the couch with us. And of course, beardies! Reptiles are just awesome!

[@KylesMonitors]

I have an ackie monitor that absolutely loves people. He loves me so much he tries to mate with my hand almost every time I get him out of the enclosure 😂. He is the most dog like lizard I've ever seen and I love him to death

[@alyssafigliano3994]

I'm not sure if I would call my spotted python 'affectionate' but I do believe she recognizes me specifically as someone safe and warm. She knows my voice and will peak up at me when she hears it and often shows that she wants to come out, even if she shies away from being picked up at first. When I hand her off to other people she always tries to slither back to me even though the person holding her is just as warm as I am. I know she doesn't love me the way my dog loves me, but I feel like there's at least a bond between us. :)

[@TheScottronica]

How are tegu's not on this list? I really thought they would be number one. Great list anyhow. Love the content. perfect length.

[@janiktomazin7320]

You were the person that encourage me to get a pet reptile after 2 years of thinking about it..now its almost a 1.5 years since i got my bearded dragon and its the best pet reptile anyone would want..thank you love the content🦎

[@anetapearson9455]

Love the video Adam! From a "land down under" point of view, Pink tongue skinks are super too 😄

[@left0vercrxck]

Been watching your videos for a few months now and I love your content!! You got me into a bunch of other reptile KZbinrs. I’ve always had a passion for animals and once I get my apartment I plan on getting my first reptile. Cant wait dude keep up the content!!!!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

This is so great to hear!

[@rikrob]

Definitely agree with that #1 spot, my own beardie Dhayarr can spend hours just chilling on my chest. He's back there now as it is our nighttime ritual, but earlier when he was out snuggled into my neck, I was sure he must be asleep, but he was wide awake, just enjoying being there enough to not move. Know you shouldn't really have favourites, but he is mine! 😊

[@ashersamphibiansandreptiles]

0:46 your dogs like: I've got you in my sights

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

basically

[@nataliesreptiles]

YES!! We need a monkey-tailed skink video!! Rhino iguanas are definitely a pinnacle dream reptile that I'd love to have some day. Though idk if I'll ever be able to care for one.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

100%

[@drakesnake330]

MY dragon is one of the most affectionate I have ever had, he leans into pets, he nuzzles, and actively gets upset if he is not handled every day. So I approve of this message.

[@snakeluvr1395]

My red eared slider is pretty affectionate toward me as far as a turtle goes, though most of it is probably food based. He goes crazy when I walk in the room and he will follow me around and climb in my lap ❤🥺

[@Hepler-s2b]

So happy you did this list, definitely glad to see a list like this.

[@Trudgey864]

You’ve convinced me through your videos to get Schneiders skink! I’ve been doing plenty of research and will get one soon, thank you for your amazing videos!!!

[@matthewgoodson9275]

Hell yeah bro! I just got my first reptile, a leopard gecko. Tonight she climbed on me for the first time, and I’m ecstatic

[@Trudgey864]

@@matthewgoodson9275 aww that’s amazing good for you! I felt the same way when mine first crawled on me lol

[@Pythonaddiction]

I miss my Bearded Dragon "Stump". He truly enjoyed being "out" of his enclosure more than he ever liked being in it. And would always try to get to my shoulders to hang out with me. Great Video

[@reptielenshowassen1486]

My Burm shoots out of the bin every time I open it. It's not a feeding response. She just wants to see what's up. It's so cute and why I chose her over all the other hatchlings, even if they were all fancy morphs and she's just a wild type.

[@alicecain4851]

She's not just "a wild type." She's YOUR wild type and just amazing!

[@reptielenshowassen1486]

@@alicecain4851 She is! I'd like to think that she chose me but really she will do this with anyone, haha.

[@maciej_zieba]

My dwarf boa seems like he just loves chilling with me😂like he'll go under the shirt and just chill as it's warm haha love him

[@odyss160]

upstart is by far the best pet ive ever owned. so happy i got it on a deal last summer at the reptile expo

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Hahahaha

[@briannabeauregard223]

He gives great care to his animals and makes the best reptile content and thank you for so many reptile facts

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you!

[@sunflowerwillow6114]

This might sound slightly "thirsty" But I'm a HUGE fan of these tank tops there Adam. Keep up the good work ;)

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

You’re too kind

[@Oddness]

As far as "reptiles" who love you back goes, definitely turkeys, hands down. They're so affectionate that you want to give them a name, and not feed them to your family on Thanksgiving. The last time we kept them, every time I'd walk into the barn, I'd have two happy turkeys run at me with their wings out wide, wanting affection. You'd think they just wanted food. Nope. They ignored it and crowded me while I was going about my business. Yeah. They're still alive. Clever girls. 🦖

[@PearlsAndMorePearls]

That’s so sweet❤

[@melhawk6284]

Hen turkey are awesome pets! You want something you won't feel bad about making into stuffed roasted goodness? Get an aggressive Tom turkey😢! My friend had one, and we were never so glad to see "D*ckheads" head roll and smell him in the oven! Basted with almost a whole stick of real butter and spices. Sadly, if I tell the rub recipe, I have to kill ya!😂

[@PlatypusProdigy]

I had a pet duck as a child who acted that same way! She would fly into my arms if I whistled and loved following me around to see what I was up to. She eventually flew off to the lake in our neighborhood (I think my dad’s fish pond wasn’t interesting enough anymore lol) and would still visit me even though she was now technically feral. I brought her some duck food and fruits/veggies a couple times a week and would look for her every time I happened to be riding my bike in the area. When she ended up having ducklings she brought them to me and let me get up close. It was really cool and unexpected to have such a lovely bond with her! Side note: we have a lot of wild turkeys out here and they are funny little things! A lot of personality 🙂🦃

[@Sydoku]

I had a turkey named Rudy growing up and I loved her so much, she’d run to the car when I’d get home from school 😭

[@zaynemcneely2235]

So true I have some I get them every year to raise for thanksgiving but it's so hard when the time comes

[@thatonepersonoverthere]

I believe it's more than just being a warm spot...My beardie doesn't just have a bond with me, I am their safe place. They are super afraid of the outdoors (no idea why) but if they are on me or by me they're ok. Funny enough, they don't poo unless they feel safe so this has led to some not-so-fun outside time; regardless they will be almost asleep on me when I take them on a walk outside some times, where on the ground (not on me) they are very much in fear. The way he acts I would definitely classify as love.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

could be for sure

[@tinah6423]

Nice ink Adam. What did you get done? Love these lists. Thanks for another great video. 💕

[@CaylorsReptilesAquatics]

Intimacy is the word you’re looking more. It means a lot of things including just the desire to hang out. Intimate reptiles. Loved the vid Adam!

[@esmalaika]

Lovely video! I had a bearded dragon a few years ago. It was my first and only experience caring for a reptile until now, and it was truly awesome. She was social and affectionate in that she enjoyed my company and was curious, wanting to be part of what was happening. We enjoyed basking in the sun together, too (although she always had access to shade). She would call my attention by scraping the terrarium to tell me it was toilet time hahaha (she was very clean and preferred toilet time in a tub with about 1 inch of warm water). She lived for about 8-9 years happy and free. ♡ I am now considering a second experience and your video about their personality/behavior traits is very helpful, thank you!

[@moonyfruit]

My mom has a beardie that I interact with every time I visit. They also tend to kinda have their own unique personalities too. My mom's "Thor" is definitely a goofball, but he's loves to nuzzle into your arms or behind your neck where it's most warm. Very cute.

[@bkm2797]

Ha Ha, I was wondering what The Florida Man get up was all about. I remember you meeting Dixie and Ditty when you visited with Brian, I think of them as reptile puppies,lol. Great class, always into learning something new. Thanks and see you soon!

[@jeffmckee1825]

At one time in the past , I had a Senegal chameleon. Whenever I went near the tank , it always climbed a branch near the corner of the enclosure. It would walk right out and sit on my arm and seemed to enjoy being handled. Never had any other chams do that.

[@Justgretchen]

My ball python is luke that, too! I call him puppyboy because he always seems to love being handled and he snuggles with me. Its freakin amazing. I need a skink now though lol. Awesome tats, btw!

[@lorrainemunoa791]

I *thought* some of the ink looked new! Congrats, it looks fantastic. I do think a lot of reptiles will actually choose to interact with the giant warm trees they know are safe. It's a special kind of Trust, if not love exactly like a mammal may show with oxytocin involved. My tortoise would come to my hands when he saw them offered. I think he associated me with food and good things.

[@tannerstock2310]

I agree about the warmth part at the end, I know my ball python doesn't love me like a dog would but she seems content on my lap on the couch and even tries to get into my pocket because it's dark and warm.

[@lexlovesvintage]

Yes to the monkey skink video! My crestie is pretty chill and "affectionate" too :)

[@EFergDindrane]

Power to the herbivores! I love them the best... rhinos, hippos, elephants... iguanas... Thanks for including them in good lists!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

absolutely

[@MrsTurtlehugger]

With my blue tongue skink I can say she definitely has a bond with me. If I’m away for a like a week and my mom has to babysit her she hides the entire time and refuses to come out. Goofball is very funny

[@sampagano205]

Firm agreement that the more skinks I get the more I realize skinks are some of the friendliest reptiles in general.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I agree , skinks are really curious and friendly. I've managed to make friends with the wild Broadhead and 5 lined skinks that live in my yard. They are wild but I can hand feed them. I did the same thing when I lived in Tennessee. There was a pair of Broadheads that lived under a crack in the cement walkway to the house, a huge male and female. They got to where they'd crawl all over me and let me scratch their chins. The ones here I'm not there with yet but two of the female 5 lined skinks like to nibble on my hand. They're pretty funny.

[@melissasyard1212]

I love these videos. I got my bearded dragon Sampson in January pretty much because of Diamond lol. I love him, I just upgraded him to a larger Zen Habitat today. also I thought your tattoo looked super bright, and was trying to figure out what it was!

[@annmariewilson7641]

I love this video. It makes you look a reptiles in a different light. Thanks for the awesome insight!

[@ocelotsix6six]

Meeting a black throat monitor at this zoo in New Hampshire. It actually came when called and climbed up on my lap . Absolutely amazing . Monitors need to be on there

[@tracysweatt5401]

I absolutely agree with the idea that reptiles may not “love” in the sense most people think of, but they can absolutely bond and trust their owner. I also fully believe they can get to a point where they enjoy being with their owners. Our Blue Eyed Lucy (named Lucy) not only seeks to come out of her enclosure, but she has legitimately responded to my voice when I talked to her while in her enclosure. While our other Ball Pythons seem to enjoy affection and being handled, literally none of them seek attention and handling or respond to my voice talking to them the way Lucy does. Reptiles are incredible creatures, and who’s to say they aren’t over time slowly evolving as we continue to own and work with them to become more and more “intelligent” and or capable of “feelings” that we’ve never known them to be capable of??

[@user-rd3ou5ev6o]

I hate to break your bubble, but im 99% sure Ball Pythons literally don't have ears to respond to your voice with.

[@tracysweatt5401]

@@user-rd3ou5ev6o, they absolutely do have ears. They have all the main parts of the ear, it’s all just internal. “Snakes do not have an external ear, but they do have all the parts of the inner ear that we do. Their stapes-called a “columella”-is slightly different from ours in that it connects to the jawbone, enabling them to sense vibrations. However, they can only hear a portion of the sounds we hear.”

[@brodro8571]

You're my favorite man. Made me fall in love wit reptiles over the past half year, watch your videos religiously 🤣 Still don't have a reptile but a man can dream right? 😭

[@michelleshort7334]

I know most people say it's just that they trust you and want the warmth, but have you seen Winston the Tegu? He will leave his basking spot to snuggle with her. He is not seeking warmth or food and will "chuff" his cheeks when he's happy with her. It's really amazing to see.

[@human000]

HIIII I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 You've inspired my to create my own channel, and reptile breeding business, and although I haven't bred any reptiles, and I haven't released any videos, I do have a snake, and I plan on getting more! Thank you so much for being such a great inspiration and giving the reptile community a good reputation ❤ I appreciate you so much!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

This is so great to hear!

[@spurguvitunhuora9119]

I call my BP affectionate because of how it trusts me. When I hold her, shes often turns completely relaxed. She knows that Im not just warm, but Im the thing that would never let her fall, even when she seems to be scared of heights in every other occasion.

[@stefanostokatlidis4861]

Bearded dragons are really nice and interactive animals. Even leopard geckos could make into the bigger list. And although corn snakes are reputed too be always moving, this isn’t the norm for all adults. Sadly my experience says that crested geckos don’t like the interaction so much.

[@sbird8675]

Funny, my crestie can be a real cuddler when the mood strikes him. Sometimes it'll be a couple weeks before he feels like climbing onto my hand, while other times he'll be eager to come out and play several days in a row. But my crestie is a bit of a weirdo, so it might just be that LOL

[@Middylark]

I remember owning a Schneiders skink before, he had only three legs so I named him Trey Waltz. He was the most affectionate little devil on three legs and I loved him so much. I spoiled that guy, and I miss him a lot. Now I'm trying to decide between a beardie, BTS (owned both in the past), or some other odd lizard. My two Argentine tegus and Ackie monitors are also very affectionate, sometimes my big red tegu wants me to hold his paw while he eats (he won't otherwise depending on his mood that day) and he runs up to climb onto my shoulder when I open his cage.

[@annhunter6216]

Can’t beat the bluetounges and shingle backs they top the whole lot love them so much great little aussies

[@rottweilerfun9520]

One of the Broadhead Skinks that live in my yard comes by most days. He's rarely ever takes food from me , not from my hand , or if I put it on the ground. The rest of them always come to eat. Anyway , this big male lizard always comes up behind me and bumps my foot with his head, or he'll flick it with his tongue. Once I acknowledge him he leaves most of the time but sometimes he'll climb up on my foot and just chill , or he'll lay next to my foot and hang out. I don't know why he doesn't eat or drink like the rest of them but he's more than welcome to just hang out. I don't know if it's affection or what but Im I'm always glad to see him and it's cool how he always lets me know that he's there even when he's just passing through.

[@wheezyvettech8781]

Please do a part two! This video was wonderful! Do you think tegus and leos would be on this list too?

[@KorokHaze93]

One of my 2 cornsnakes will always peek out then come to the front of the tank if I come into the room. I just chalk it up to curiosity he likes to explore and loves people watching.

[@alixanderjohnson5151]

I think some people who get reptiles go into it expecting them to act sort of like cats or dogs, and then get disappointed when they aren't. But just because they don't always act like that doesn't mean they can't be affectionate. I personally believe that reptiles absolutely show affection, but they do it in their own unique ways. And they definitely build bonds. I'm not sure if anyone else has had an experience like this, but it's made me think that Garter Snakes are incredibly loving. One of my friends lives in a really small town, near a park. That park had a bunch of garter snake eggs hatch recently, plus there already being quite a few adults there. So far, I've caught about 20 snakes, and they've been so amazing. For starters, I've never been bitten by any of them, and none of them have tried to bite me or even hissed at me. Obviously they get a little scared when first picked up, and I get musked on quite a bit, but that's it. Even then, the little guys/gals usually calm down pretty quickly. They don't try to escape very much. The way I let snakes go is by setting my hands down on the ground with the snake in them, so they are free to slither off. Except that a lot of times, said snake doesn't want to slither off, apparently, because they stay on my hands and hang out with me. I've discovered how curious they are, they stretch out towards my friends when they are with me to smell them, they crawl up my arms and sometimes even try to get into my pockets. I've had plenty of them just get comfy in my hands and chill. I've been nuzzled by some, and others have even let me pet them very gently, and they seem to enjoy it. They are, to me, some of the friendliest snakes. And these are wild caught, unsocialized Garter Snakes I'm talking about. To ease any worries there might be: I don't go around picking up snakes I don't recognize. If I can't tell what species it is, I leave it alone. If the snake I'm handling gets stressed, or doesn't calm down within a few minutes, I release them. The last thing I want to do is hurt them or cause them any harm. When I'm releasing, I always release the snake exactly where I found it. I'm very careful handling them, and I do my best to make sure each snake is comfortable. I don't apply pressure to the top of their bodies unless I'm very gently petting them, and if that scares them, or they don't like it, I stop. I'm sorry this comment was so ridiculously long, but thank you to anyone who had enough patience to read through it. If anyone has any questions, I'd be happy to answer them in the reply section. And lastly, keep doing what you're doing, man. I love your videos so much, they've taught me a lot. And as others have pointed out, it's obvious how much you care for your animals, and it warms my heart.

[@AustralianMakoDog]

My jeweled lacerta that I used to have was the best lizard I've ever known. He would claw at the front of the enclosure when I got home every day. He would follow me across his enclosure when I walked around the room and would watch everything I do all the time. The cutest thing he did was climb up onto my chest and sleep up against my neck when he was done exploring around my bed. I miss him a ton.

[@Sam-yb1kz]

My ball python Snuggles is a perfect candidate for this list. He is a part time class pet so he has been socialized like CRAZY. The first few days he was nervous but he now seems to like handling alot. He even bumps his glass to get out.

[@TaC0Assassin]

I can definitely agree with the Burmese Pythons being on the list mine always comes to the glass of his enclosure when I walk into the room like he's trying to hangout. By far the most personable snake ive ever owned, he even acts differently with me then other people such as wanting me over them.

[@Marxnchill]

Beardies will forever have my heart for this reason! I can’t wait to meet the others on this list if I’m ever so lucky

[@bradmouland4599]

I got a trio of Emerald Tree Skinks and they LOVE getting out and up with you! They're even breeding for me 😁 Yes, Clint hyped them enough already but glad you mentioned them none the less!

[@Alexis-wu8cg]

I have a breaded dragon and their placement from my experience is accurate. Mine will snuggle up with me like actually wiggle to nestle up to be and he perks right up whenever he sees me he always seems to want be around me. If he knows in upset he won’t let me put him down. Before I got my own my friend had a bearded dragon and I got close with his beardie, everytime I would kiss his dragon on the nose and pull bad and smile at me he would open his mouth and smile right back. These truly are some of the most seemly affection reptiles.

[@robbiepace6987]

Emeral Tree Skinks should definitely be on this list. They literally jump at the front glass/screen of their enclosure when you walk by because they want to interact with you.

[@No_Budget_No_Problem]

My beardie will search the house to find me just to hang out and cuddle. Love my little Buford

[@biancawimmer3100]

Hi, I'm from Germany and have a pair of Schneider's Skinks. They are exactly as wonderful as you say, personal, curious goofballs, who try to climb everything, especially their heated human tree. But they can also be affectionate in their way. A couple of times per week my female, pippi longstocking, comes to me actively looking for pets. And more often than not she falls asleep, as I pet her for 1/2 an hour. Edit: both of them get freeroaming time, a couple of times per week. That is when she might come to me, on her own, asking to be pet.

[@mattheweverett914]

Wants bearded dragon now lol I do luv how diamond just chills as you hold him and goes for a ride as you gesture.

[@blehbleh6162]

Maybe not love. But they definitely show trust. Which is a real bond.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

for sure!

[@cheesmonster]

What metal utility racks are you using to hold your enclosures in this room, and are you happy with them? I need something to support heavier PVC enclosures that will have a lot of substrate. Thanks for the awesome content!

[@samanthawhay3814]

I don't know if they're identical, but I have Muscle Rack shelving (available in the US, not sure where else) for my enclosures and they look very similar. They hold a massive amount of weight and I love them!

[@cheesmonster]

@@samanthawhay3814 Thank you!

[@trystanmentzer873]

I had a ball python that that would have fit perfectly on this list. None of my other ball pythons are anywhere near as interested in being handled as he was. Sadly he died a few months ago. I hope to one day be able to get another one that is equally friendly and I'm working on taming down some of my others.

[@sherrybrzeczka7966]

That was fun! I was wondering if you're tattoos were the reason for the tank top! Happy healing!

[@Kageoni187]

Bearded dragons are amazing and so engaging. They will try to communicate with you in their own way. I did see an adorable video of tiny baby alligator chirping for chin pets. I feel it is very important to remember that because their existence can be incredibly tenuous that forming the intense bonds found in more warm blooded animals would be detrimental for their survival. But they show what they can in their unique language.

[@armedmonitor9332]

Great vid, please do a top 5 hardest to tame but most rewarding once tamed video 🙏