Turtles & Cichlid Fish Mess! Time for a pond cleaning!

The Reeves turtles, oscar fish and cichlids poop more than you might realize. Time for me to perform maintenance on my aquascape ponds in the front yard and clean all of the water and filters! Subscribe to kamp kenan: goo.gl/BecCMM
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[@jeffbonkowske3277]

When the ponds are full of water you really don't see the true depths of how deep they really are. Once you drained out the water I was surprised. Looks great

[@ryanosborne4943]

Am I the only one that waits for a new video, watch them before I go to sleep 😂 so unwinding, thanks kenan!

[@Heavens24Angel]

Just watching the vid in bed.. Always relaxin before sleepies ! 🙂

[@jackmehoffe9662]

Aww Sofia helping Keep Kamp Kenan great is adorable. Hope she grows up to do great things for animals like you do Kenan!

[@carolynyerby361]

I like Carey,s idea of adding crayfish to help cleaning up the poop. And to help keep your plants protected you need to cage them. Build wire cages around the plants so the turtles can't destroy them. Then you can enjoy your turtles and your plants. I've also caged a plant in my pond that a fish wouldn't leave alone.

[@IrieRogue]

I can only hope to have a Kamp as cool as yours one day!

[@richardjohnson1076]

Goals

[@thefightingfedora2976]

You should spray those filters out over your wife's favorite plants. All that muck will make those plants smile for a month.

[@Heat3YT2]

So cute seeing the turtles wandering around the time lapse.

[@Bmxdad40]

Have you thought about adding crayfish to clean up the turtle waste?...or would the turtles eat them up too fast?

[@tankboy4196]

Hey my dude, clean your filters in the pond water before you drain it, this keeps the bacteria balanced in the pool and prevents other maybe nit so useful bacteria from other water sources contaminating . Handy tip if you want to use it :)

[@charlijames6698]

Ooh wonder what the 2 new species could be. It’s amazing how many turtles you can happily keep in one pond

[@lisatomsky9478]

Hi Sophia and Leo you guys got the best mom and dad in the world! 🐢🦎😁👍enjoy every single day with your dad and your mom and they will make your whole world ❤️ Beautiful you guys are so very blessed! ✌️🐢🦎🦎💓🌴😁👍

[@robertasteutermann4915]

This guy has my dream job

[@ChunkyManeTheFrenchie]

Hard work and you can have it too!!! Never give up!

[@staceyroberts3468]

It sure seems like a lot of hard work too!! Dang , he’s always workin on something. I just wanna live in his yard. Haha

[@trekabe9745]

Awww you and Sophia make a great team!!

[@Idris1514]

Box turtle did a cartwheel 👏🏽😂

[@Caleb-fj9dq]

I would love to be one of those lil kids who get to just walk around and interact with all those animals all the time wow

[@LuckEOG]

I hope you see this even though it’s an older video. I know how passionate you are with your ponds. Ever thought of aquatic snails? For the algae however they have a large bio waste butttttt you can also do clams, shrimp, or crawfish. They will eat the bio waste. Might even cut your cleaning down to just once a year. They are so fun to watch as well!

[@hollys89]

I always enjoy watching your videos Kenan. You have a very relaxing demeanor about you. You're not like some that are just kind of shouting fact's here and there. You integrate knowledge and fun and make people want to learn more about ALL the different animals! You're genuinely a kind-hearted person who's love for your animals comes through! I appreciate the conservation efforts you're involved in! Keep'em coming Kenan! Thank you for all your hard work!

[@parisinthe30sx]

You should put some duckweed in the pond. The fish and turtles would definitely love it

[@BigFishLittleFishAquatics]

Loving the cichlid ponds, so much colour!

[@Dovietail]

Sophia has grown since you posted this video!

[@lisatomsky9478]

Dearest kenan & Kate 💚🐍🌴🐢🦎 I've been watching you for a while now and a big fan heard on a blog you did April 18th that you and your wife are northern people like me which one of you are from Jersey I know sarcasm 👍😁 I'm from Jersey and it's the best way to be 👍 Jersey in the house ! I love when you talked about how you were goth I was an 80s girl with the big hair into metal and the grateful Dead ✌️Led Zeppelin is my band forever🤘 and now I'm in West Coast Florida in Port Charlotte Love You guys And what you do for your family ❤️ and us out here all over ! 😁👍👍

[@acdahood77666]

Kenan I've been watching and enjoying your show for quite some time now. I've noticed that you have quite a bit of cleanup and work to do at the camp. Did you ever think of purchasing a power washer or pressure washer. It would dramatically help out with your pond cleaning as well as other messes around the camp that need to desperately be power washed. Love the channel! Keep up the good work big bro.

[@wanik4]

You should build one of those wood canopy coverings over one half and grow some vine type stuff on it to give them some shade and prevent the algae. Nice pond clean.

[@aurora_dawn123]

After ten years of wanting my own pond, I've finally built my own turtle pond, you inspired me to build a backyard turtle pond, so far I have two red-eared sliders and a Midland painted turtle in it, I have another midland painted turtle for it, and an Eastern painted turtle for it.

[@lindajorgensen2580]

The poo water is now all over the driveway!! Probably could have hosed the pads in the dirt near plants. Good fertilizer and no gross mess on the concrete!

[@user-mu5ny1ks6t]

I have been following you for so long I am surprised how different your placed looked back then compared to now.

[@selinametalslasha]

I love coming here and watching new kamp kenan videos! Mostly for him and the animals, but now because he rarely talks about the you know what virus. Really nice to pretend everything is fine for 20 minutes 😌

[@Annie-jp7yr]

You and your family have done so well with the pond x

[@staceyroberts3468]

Really enjoyed learning more about turtles, tortoises and terrapins.. thank u Keenan!! I made a general remark a while back and just said turtle on another channel. I got sarcastically corrected then the poster laughed with their comment. I felt pretty stupid so ya gotta b sure to know ur p’s and q’s when commenting on some channels 🥴 you r awesome for teaching us in a kind and humble way 👍🏻👍🏻

[@KampKenan]

Thats what we are all about here Stacey. Sharing knowledge without judging.🤠

[@staceyroberts3468]

Kamp Kenan and that’s why u r ALWAYS my fav!!! I’ve learned so much by watching ur channel. I love it!

[@belizeguy]

Best part is that you know that they are eating if they are pooping!! Great visit!! Thanks.

[@cherrynicole4511]

Was cool to see the kiddos get involved! I want to be able to give my future kids a yard like this. A sanctuary for animals AND US! 🌾🌻🐢

[@kwahanui]

This is my favorite kamp kenan video. Love cichlids and pond turtles.🥰

[@dunbarfamily03]

Man, you need a power washer for those filters and especially for those rocks!

[@ruffnecktv8420]

Love your channel

[@MrChewable1]

You should get some algae eaters to help keep your ponds clean

[@kristinmcintosh91]

This was awesome! Today I cleaned out my indoor pond and yes Turtles poop a lot. But they are really funny and interesting to watch!

[@BXJAR1690]

i recented started watching you kenan and your house and backyard is just a dream adventure to me and i love florida. and wow that pond was crystal clear that system works really well. and i like to learn a lot from u as also my other youtubers. i hope someday i can have my asian water montior or rhino iguana in my new home once i move.

[@youriverstraete4986]

Clean those pads in the grass. Water and poop makes it so happy!

[@tls5669]

Cleans filters while wife and kids lug in groceries....What a man, lol!

[@brendablystone5115]

I really like you're video and love 🐢 very awesome place yu have

[@soursoap9581]

Haaaa must be that kinda day, just did my 6000gal koi pond, great video!

[@motobods8418]

A truly inspiring man. Much love from the philippines! Cheers sir!

[@edwardsdeacon]

🤔For plants you could try cattails, elephant ears or cyperur alternifolius to plant in that area the crocodile skull is in. They would help deter the turtles. 🤷🏽‍♂️ Maybe put some black lava or red rocks around them to persuade the turtle from going that... To go in the pond you could try some Java fern attached ( gel super glued ) to some rocks or wood. Floating some Hornwort would help shade the pond and soak up some of the nutrients in the water.

[@kyleewheeler5630]

My favorite channel on youtube 💓

[@janiceellery1653]

I love my turtles and sulcata but I could do without the poop too LOL

[@garciaisabella1981]

You need to do a vid of your main pond, i would like to see how the frontosas are doing. Really enjoy your vids always very cool to watch.

[@paulmcnally263]

Love your vids keep up the good work

[@marcoventura783]

Omg, this guy has NEW HAIR!! He's no longer bald. Lol.

[@YardeningwithAnne]

Put up wire around the plants to protect them until they get big enough to handle the turtles

[@debzacher1332]

Thanks Kenan! I just love when you post a video ❤️

[@Wickedreptiles]

Cleaning ponds is therapeutic! I just cleaned mine out and now the water is crystal clear I can see 4ft down

[@donnawofford64]

I love watching your vedios

[@bobbyspiller7698]

You have the coolest yard

[@ericziehler9776]

Diggin the hat man 👌👌

[@itmemykee]

I think it would be cool if you added some freshwater mussels to help maintain the water quality

[@kiwi9660]

Woo my fav vids are the pond vids

[@hulkgqnissanpatrol6121]

I'm not sure if you've tried it or not but what about homemade frozen food for the fish and turtles? Beef heart, fish, prawns and peas blended. Equal portions. I just made my next 12 months supply for $15.00.... freeze it in zip lock bags at whatever thickness you want. Plus you can add vitamins and minerals if you like. You'll notice a difference in there colors

[@dandyzee7069]

Kalo diIndonesia itu namanya kura kura ambon kamp, wahh seneng banget nama Indonesia disebut😂 semangat terus kamp kenan untuk membuat konten yang menarik. Saya subscribermu dari Indonesia. Salam Hangat dari Indonesia KampKenan

[@ElSlabo]

You let all that brown gold run into the driveway!!! Next time clean the pads near some plants. They explode from all that nitrogen. Also, put the sump in a bucket with holes and you'll blend-tec less fish. ;p

[@lindajorgensen2580]

I thought the same. And now the muck is all over the driveway.😝

[@markcarstenchavez4985]

Nice Kamp, Kenan! Love from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@nates1517]

Been watching since 2016 and I can confirm quality of EVERYTHING has gotten better lol

[@yuroc8122]

and the rock will be remembered as flipflopkiller

[@a3waters]

What about a hydroponics set up to increase your plant load. A raised system to run the water through and return to pond.

[@claytonkinney34]

Cleaning the bag seems like it would also take away good bacteria your cichlids would love

[@Brbo28]

Kenan can do the asian sit squat perfect 👌😂 5:05

[@Dovietail]

I am surprised you don't plant a couple of disiduous ornamental trees by your front walk to dapple shade on the front ponds in summer.

[@mcbridemotorsports5788]

Your videos deserve way more likes! Love the Content Keep it up!

[@brendanhopwood5107]

Get some Predatory fish!! Awesome pond!

[@santiagoorozco555]

Saludos desde New York,. Kenan,. happy Sunday,..

[@janiceellery1653]

Bueno Domingo Amigo!!!!

[@GPA1969]

As a cichlid keeper, i would ask if you have cichlid ponds with turtles or turtle ponds witch cichlids. Having seen you purchase Frontosa, I would be inclined to remove the turtles due to possible predation. I would also do more regular water changes and pad cleaning as a suggestion. Very cool environment.

[@elidine]

best video in awhile! +1

[@josiefleetwood3591]

Omg he's thrown a shoe! or thong should I say😂😂😂😂🇦🇺

[@omarhourani7359]

He said smegma in front of his kids. what a legend.

[@ChunkyManeTheFrenchie]

KENAN! We need to get you a better sprayer for that hose. Or a pressure washer!! How many times do I need to watch this video?! Lol. But thanks for KEEPING IT 100! ANIMALS ARE HARD WORK!!! Keeping them beyond just FED AND EXISTING. BUT HAPPY AND THRIVING. THAT IS THE KEY ERRYBODY!!!! Xo

[@itsxerxes6754]

why did you have to call it smegma i gagged so hard

[@Coltsfan]

Yeah I thought this was a family program lol

[@Tomsawyerspit]

@@GP-qi1ve dictionary

[@bhutch216]

GP I bet you’re a blast at parties.

[@bhutch216]

GP congrats. Get over yourself.

[@itsxerxes6754]

holy shit the ego

[@georgefranklin8513]

You cleaned the poop all by your cars. I'm sure the wife loved that lol

[@shanek6582]

You need a good pressure washer and turbo tip.

[@Shaden0040]

Add the floating plant fast growing and it sucks up nitriates, Watersprite (aka Indian Fern) It should grow fast enough to outpace the turtles eating them. It self propiagtes from daughter plants that grow on its fronds.

[@bhutch216]

The turtles eat everything he puts in there.

[@cannondale97]

You need to maintain or clean your filter mat/foam (mechanical filter) once every 3 - 4 months instead of once every 6 months or letting it clog up before cleaning it. When you don't maintain your mechanical filter regularly enough, those clogged media will slow down the flow of water and prevents fish waste from being properly removed into the filter chamber thereby causing excess algae growth or those thick muck that you see on the rocks or on the bottom of the pond. I also understand that you need to dose some chemical (i presume is bacteria) into the pond regularly? If it is so than it's better not to waste your money cos your filter and rocks should have enough bacteria to deal with the ammonia. Best of luck!

[@nimmdaszuckerstuck4475]

you green will love the turtle poo :)

[@casaanimalia7809]

Love turtles, I recently made a video upgrading my Reeves turtles 😁

[@Shaden0040]

It is not called S(ch)megma it is called Mulm. Mulm is the waste from fish and other aquatic animals and from decaying plant and animal matter. it makes for great plant fertilizer. It can be added to compost to boost its nutrient load.

[@bhutch216]

It’s called Detritus

[@jessicarose3274]

What about pots with an open bottom so the roots can still filter but the turtles can't get to the plant

[@santosleeli]

How about putting the Diamondback Terrapin in that pond? Still have it?

[@TamNguyen-zv9pd]

Hope channel reach over 1 sub,, u deserve it Kennan

[@TamNguyen-zv9pd]

1 millions

[@iantabz]

Cichlid pond 2021 update pls!

[@ZieSpiralOut]

Dude my slider turtles enclosure is by far the hardest thing to keep clean....even more so than my goldfish were.... so many filters gone through!! He’s little too...

[@admirabledreams379]

Ooh I wanted a slider turtle! But I ended up getting a leopard tortoise

[@autumnbee7936]

You need a power washer kenan

[@masonsmorphs]

I can’t even imagine having mangoes in my yard! So rad 👍🏼👍🏼 do you have mission figs ?

[@justinjacobs9132]

Looking great Kenan. Do you ever get any wild Frogs hanging out in your ponds?

[@user-qd3di2ie5t]

It is Cuora amboinensis (Malayan Box turtle), isn’t Chinese box turtle.

[@Dimorac]

Keep it up love the videos but 🤠

[@drandy.youtubechannel1436]

Maybe you need some loaches or plecos to cleanup algae in your pond :)

[@beja1283]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@northeastohio5150]

With the property you have in South Florida and all of your animals do you ever have a problem with wild snakes?

[@MWExotics]

Hi kenan! *question* what is that long string like grass around your pond? Awesome vid by the way!!

[@onepawatatime7925]

Do you ever have problems with your water habitats becoming mosquito breeding ground?

[@tannersanders7035]

Hey kenan, would a power washer help or make things worse? Maybe it could speed things up for you and really clean all the muck up.. either way just a suggestion and great video as always

[@KampKenan]

I need to get one but there’re pricy!

[@tannersanders7035]

Kamp Kenan agreed, mine was so worth the money though! Sometimes they have littles sales/rebates

[@aceofaces411]

Beautiful yard but I bet your water Bill be crazy high. 😮😆

[@bhutch216]

He doesn’t have a water bill. He has a natural well.

[@hanifrifai6008]

We call it Ambon turtle