The Most Underrated Reptile EVER | Why Schneider's Skinks Are The Best Pet Lizard

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

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[@joeyvail595]

Great video wouldn't mind getting one also would like to become a patrion supporter would like a link or told where it is

[@jejemanson]

Hey ! Great video, again ! This Skinks are amazing ! So, I would to ask you something. I'm french and... I have to look conversion with gallon, inch etc... In every video ! XD Could you just tell or just write quickly in centimeters ? You know, just 60x60x120 x) Please ? Thank's for reading me ^^ And kiss from France ;)

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[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

True information about Skink: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6HOaq2oj86aoa8

[@rubenarreola9993]

Adam: talks about schneider skinks and how much he likes them Dumerils boa: and I took that personally

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Dumerils boa goes out and puts up 60 against Skinks in the finals

[@kwanfuckne5447]

Skinks in general are underated. Most of them are friendly ands easy to keep

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I totally agree!

[@paulwhite9242]

Yep. Many species that are easy enough to keep, moderate size, and attractive.

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

True,my five lined skinks are fun and simple,I’m actually going to be putting a pothos plant in their terrarium in the spring. Their substrate is a mix of natural soil eco earth and wood chips,I have two,a female and juvenile,hopefully a male,and they can be kept together. I do want to update their tank for a bigger one,but I don’t have room currently. I feed them a mixed diet of crickets,worms,grubs,centipedes,heads crushed of course,locusts,even small minnows.

[@alukeofalltrades]

Skinks are sooooo underrated. Might be my favorite reptile family!! Rivaled by snakes of course :)

[@bearbear-hf7cn]

These are gonna be the new dummerils boas for Adam

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

for real!

[@rubenarreola9993]

The lizard version of a dumerils boa

[@EmmyDragom57]

Schnider's skinks are my absolute favorite lizard. I did a mini project with them in college, as my professor kept a handful of them. Keep in mind, these are all wild caught animals, and by the end of the semester they would literally est out of our hands. The only problem is that they're IMPOSSIBLE to find captive bred, even in the states. Unfortunately I cannot really condone purchasing a WC animal, or encourage others to do the same. I would love to try and breed these guys someday, as they are FANTASTIC animals and an absolute joy to keep.

[@itsjojomusicsa5224]

The one skink yeeting off of the log was hilariously cute🤣

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

YEET!

[@defendthecity]

I was never a reptile person but around a year ago I took in a schneider's skink and I was surprised by how awesome he is! he used to be a class pet so he's used to handling and he's so curious about everything. he's around 21, which is past the end of their lifespan, but he's still so energetic and loves to climb. I feed him mealworms by hand and he's never tried to bite me - he's just a chill little guy. didn't know they're all wild-caught, which is a shame because his species deserves so much love.

[@tuckerkaup]

It's great to finally see a larger KZbin talk about this species! I have one and he is the best thing I own, so goofy, always visible and a joy to watch

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I love this species

[@emmanoel1825]

I came here for wholesome joy and got a huge giggle instead- “maple flavored confusion”😂😂😂

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Hahaha glad you enjoyed

[@kellyhamergia]

We need more of Adam the model! Congratulations on being chosen for the Snake Discovery contest.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you!

[@Phantomenace1]

@@WickensWickedReptiles say what? There such thing as a snake discovery contest?

[@catcando1131]

@@Phantomenace1 YEEES!!! Snake Discovery has a short little video that went live today covering the start!!!

[@Phantomenace1]

@@catcando1131 woah

[@amyuncel8573]

I have one and from day one he's all like "I love you!! I love you!! I love you! And I'mma jump on yer hand! And up yer arm!! And then I'mma sit on yer head!! Haha!!!" There never was a shy period with him. He definitely doesn't know the definition of "dull moment" either. Lol.

[@carabencivenga8713]

I love these guys, I've decided if I were to ever have one I'd name him or her Quilava.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

wicked name!

[@amyb5339]

Schneider's skink video worth it on facial expressions alone. You trying not to lose it is priceless. They are a "size for everyone" skink. 18" enclosure height = from shoulder to the top of the human head. I just can't take you seriously with a skink perched artfully on your noggin. Climbing structure......mannequin head covered in moss. A chia pet would be ideal! So much fun!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Bonnie is the best hat!

[@marieeiskindadead5865]

I got a pair online and they've surprised me with how friendly they are! I was tong feeding earlier and my female literally jumped onto my hand i kept trying to put her back to feed her but she was only interested in crawling on me to explore. Very cute!

[@Owen_Burgess]

What website did u get them from??

[@Ocean-Jay]

It started with adopting 1 bearded dragon and now I want to cover my entire home in reptiles. Thanks for fueling the addiction and all of the care guides, Adam!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahaha I am terrible

[@Ocean-Jay]

@@WickensWickedReptiles You said they're difficult to breed. Does that make it fairly difficult to find captive bred Schneider Skinks in North America? Thanks again!

[@Griffs7]

After watching this video I went on and bought me 2 Schneiders. I just had my girl lay 4 eggs a few days ago. I really love these Skinks ❤

[@jackie33399]

I had 2 Shneiders for years---and I agree they are very underrated. Mine loved running in a hamster wheel---it was amazing to watch--also, one of them would come toc the front of the tank and ask to be taken out by hitting the glass door with their hands--I loved them!

[@edwardrich1021]

Mine does the same thing with the glass. She seems to be almost affectionate.

[@MetalGurl4Eva]

I’m so glad you did a video of the Schneider’s skink! They are absolutely adorable! I would love to have one once my fiancé and I get a house

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

You should!

[@AldousHuxley7]

Be warned ive had mine since my 8th birthday...Im 26 now. His name is Sid I named him after I watched the first ice age movie. 😂

[@AtomicGirlPow]

I recently lost my Leopard Gecko and was devastated. I just could not get a new one. But you have convinced me that these skinks might be for me. My new Schneider Skink arrives Wednesday. Thank you so much! Recommendations for names welcome :)

[@marieeiskindadead5865]

I actually did the same, didn't want another gecko then I saw this video. They're such a joy!

[@JoeyDecibel187]

I named my fire skink Slynk or Slynky. U can't go wrong with that 1 it definitely fits them.

[@AllCanadianReptileGirl]

Been waiting on this video for a while! These guys are so cute and seem to have so much personality. I'll have to keep an eye out for some to adopt one day... it would be nice to have a lizard that loves to sit on top of my head that doesn't leave me bleeding like my tegu does!

[@anndownsouth5070]

Adam, watching the video while this cute skink climbs on your head and just sits there, has made my day.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

The best

[@tacire8940]

Is it just me or is ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE super exited to see Adam( sry if I spelled his name wrong) on the snake discovery build off

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

gunna be fun!

[@arthurmorgan8231]

Such an underrated channel as well you deserve WAY more subs😁

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I appreciate that!

[@bennett30]

He does 100%

[@rapturesrevenge]

I had a Schneider's Skink in the early 2000s, and he was an amazing, funny, sweet lizard. I loved him, and I've been looking for one ever since. They're the best. Mine loved sitting on my head, too, so watching Bonnie climb up onto your head made me laugh and took me back to all the times mine ran up my arm to sit on my head. Thank you for doing a video about these wonderful little lizards!

[@calebcipparrone120]

Finally some appreciation for my lizard! Had a schneiders skink for a bit over a year now and he's the best

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

very cool!

[@greenfairyarchive]

Thanks for the salad tip! Also, be sure the substrate doesn’t get wet. Gentle misting 2x daily is fine, it they cannot tolerate a wet substrate. I love my Nefi. She hangs out on top of my head almost every day…2 hours after morning mist. On sunny days, I take her outside. She’s also gone to a bar and grocery store with me. These are incredibly sweet creatures and are gentle feeders.

[@AtomicGirlPow]

Do you use a beardie harness or something like that?

[@marybethjohnson5996]

Thanks so much for making this video. I've had my Schneider skink for about 2 years now and I'm glad to see what other people keep their skinks at. I have a higher humidity in my enclosure, mostly because I live in Georgia but I keep my skink at about the same temps. I keep mine in an exo Terra 36 by 18 by 12 like you. One thing I did a while back was add a hide under the substrate on the cool side so that I can see my skink under the substrate. Well unintentionally, he always sheds in it. It keeps from having skin flakes go all over the enclosure which is nice too.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks so much for watching!

[@AuroraExotics]

They're super cute! I wonder how many other skink species around this size (like the Emerald Tree Skink) there are that could be comparable. I know there are some folks really into fire skinks. Inquisitive little lizards for sure!

[@HBTori]

So happy that you made this care guide, and Bonnie is adorable!! Great content! 🦎😊

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thank you! 😊

[@CherronRiser]

My husband and I are really thinking about getting one or two of these guys. We saw a couple of videos you have done and he fell in love with them.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

they are so underrated!

[@landonmatthias9135]

I've been saying this ever since I got mine and I'm so glad there's a KZbinr out here letting people know about how amazing they are! Thank you!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

so underrated

[@sryan4925]

I love it!!! You had so much fun with Bonnie, I want one right now!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Bonnie is the best!

[@Stpunk17]

Wooooow did you grow fast I just realized I still in my mind view you as a small channel because I remember you having 20k and now your DEFINITELY Not a small channel good work

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thank you so much!!

[@Stpunk17]

😅😁😁😁

[@medusianAllure]

I'm just excited to see you build a thing for Snake Discovery. Glad you love these skinks. They look like fun!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Can't wait!

[@brinnleywatts6027]

I absolutely love your channel! Your personality and humor paired with great information provided and encouraging responsibility is so great to see. You also reply to more of our comments than any KZbinr I've ever seen! We appreciate the care you put into this channel, keep up the great work!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support!

[@taeviansworldofreptiles3828]

I liked the first shirt! I immediately said "oooh that shirt is visually pleasing along with the back ground" when the video started and then you changed it. Ruuude lol

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahahaha I'll wear it for an upcoming video!

[@DangernoodleDave]

I've wanted a skink for the longest time and now I know which one to get!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

These guys are so freaking cool!

[@catconley1907]

Your the first person I've seen rly deepdive into schneider skinks and I'm so happy I just ADORE these little guys

[@thebeaner9299]

Yes, ive been waiting for this care guide!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@thebeaner9299]

@@WickensWickedReptiles i always do!

[@Terreos]

Ooooh I love the colors on them. Not so sure I’d let them venture my head like that. But hey you do you man. I just prefer my bald head staying scratch free.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

dude the feeling and sound was so strange

[@husainp100]

Wickens Wicked Reptiles How often do you have to replace their substrate floor ? every month ?

[@husainp100]

Wickens Wicked Reptiles is the uvb light expensive? how long do you keep the light and heat lamp on everyday ?

[@jaylafernandes5429]

Absolutely love your channel!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thank you so much!

[@kerm9807]

One of the best reptile channels 👌

[@jaylafernandes5429]

@@kerm9807 Agreed

[@critterlovermaria506]

They sound pretty cool! I wish they weren’t wild caught though, will have to wait until someone cracks the code on breeding them.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

100%

[@staceymch6204]

I had one of these as my first pet as a child in the early 90's would love to have another 😍

[@KujGaming]

I finally adopted one yesterday! He spent a solid chunk of time perched on my shoulder as I was setting up another enclosure for some house geckos. I absolutely love them!

[@donnachaffin4115]

How could 6 people dislike a underated guy with a Shiney head and a amazing reptile on the head by the way I love what ur doing and I'm subscribing to you on all of my parents and grandparents accounts cause they won't let me have my own account BTW I'm 13 and want to be a herpologist cause of you

[@kadenm.5197]

I’ve been searching for so long for info on this skink. I couldn’t remember what it was species name was. It was the first reptile I ever owned when I was a child and would like one again one day. Thank you for posting this video, it helped! I thoroughly enjoyed it!

[@flyhighwormfarm7483]

I thoroughly enjoy our Schneider Skink. We have a morning routine and she has trained me well.

[@Geckokidthepaladin]

This is one of your cutest episodes, I can't get over how they just stood on your head!! XD

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

these are my fav for sure

[@katherinethegreat8996]

This makes me so happy! I have a wild blue tailed skink that lives around my porch. He actually let me hold him the other day before he ran off.

[@gamer708886]

11:45 Maple flavoured confusion sounds like a garage band. O-O

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

that's my band, we sing about hockey n goin' fer a rip, I play triangle

[@kyleniner1155]

I loveeeeee Into the AM, I wear their stuff all the time

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

same!

[@kyleniner1155]

@@WickensWickedReptiles have you tried their gym shorts? They are super comfortable.

[@GoodStarfish]

Skink man here to offer blessings of mutual cuteness overload

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

skinks are the best!

[@skyemoz6559]

We got two yesterday. And they are already climbing on my daughter. Great little lizards.

[@anitastephenson200]

May be getting 2 of these amazing reptiles soon all thanks to watching this video my local pet shop got some in they have sent me loads of videos to help persuade my hubby and he's finally gave in 😍😍😍😍

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

That is awesome!

[@anitastephenson200]

@@WickensWickedReptiles I know can't wait!!!!

[@Mrhat-zj2bs]

0:56 what! They are also from Greece?! I am Greek too!

[@torquess454]

They’re sooo pretty!! You’re having a tough time staying composed with that lil guy on your head lol me too I like IntotheAMs stuff too

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahahha they are so funny

[@celiacomeau1]

SO FREAKING ADORABLE

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

the cutest!

[@ingeniouspixie]

Just saw these in my local reptile store and now seriously thinking of getting them... Re-researching to find out the details I forgot. 👍🏻

[@lisali6205]

I have one because of your introduction. She is super sweet heart. very smart

[@dark_matter8420]

Hey Wickens! I've been watching your videos for months now and I've always wanted a reptile. Though I was always too young to take proper care of it but now that I'm 22, I might give it a shot. The thing is, it's a big commitment, given that these creatures can live well up to 20 years and beyond. I've been doing tons of research on Blue Tongue Skinks (which I've hopelessly fallen in love with) through your videos and caresheets, forums and countless other videos. Thing is, I'm a full time university student so a reptile would spend 2 days on its own every week. I'm just not quite sure if that's responsible...

[@AldousHuxley7]

Be warned ive had mine since my 8th birthday...Im 26 now. His name is Sid I named him after I watched the first ice age movie. 😂

[@Nadia-ri5wx]

Sorry did chuckle when the skink was walking on your head 🤣 they look really fun skinks and really interesting video!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

they are so hilarious!

[@jasminahaverinen5759]

They are just way too cute 💖 I'm not really in to skinks that much that I would want to own them but this one is something that I will defenitely want to have in my collection in the future 🦎

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

100%

[@moshack]

I have a pair. Love them. They come up to the glass door and crawl onto your hand. They have no fear of us at all.

[@marcvaldez7571]

Had my boy spike for 20 years. I miss him to this day!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

sorry for your loss

[@demondevongirl666]

They are amazing. My current guy I've had for 9 years nd I've had no luck finding another since then unfortunatly

[@PhotoJeffK]

Great video. Thanks for sharing the care info. There isn't much out there on them. I'm glad we got our Schneider's in October (2020) because now everyone is gonna know how awesome they are. We were the cool kids with a rare cool reptile. Now it's over. So thanks for that. Kidding .. Really I hope they get popular enough someone figures out the best way to breed them. I had ours in quarantine in my work from home office. I totally miss it when I'm working now.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

hahahah nice

[@porakiyadraekojin3390]

I find it amazing that some of the most personable reptiles tend to be skinks. And if yours are wild caught, that's amazing. They kind of remind me of Emerald Tree Skinks that I learned about from Clint's Reptiles. Those things, despite being wild caught, just seek out human interaction. Schneider's Skinks give me the same vibe. And don't feel too bad, my Halmahera loves to climb up my shirt and onto my neck. XD I still need to get her a basking rock to possibly help file down those claws of hers, cause those hurt when she does reach my neck lol.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I was shocked how amazing these skinks were

[@isacortiz3563]

Thank you for finally making a Schneider skink care video and how do you tell the difference between a girl Schneider skink and a boy

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks for watching!!!!

[@crazy4catsRL]

Omg Bonnie is so cute hanging out on your head 🤣. The more I see these guys, the more I want a pair. Reptiles are so expensive for husbandry. And I hate how Ontario cities all have different by laws. Shame! Ontario, be consistent and allow for all non venemous reptiles!

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

Come to Texas,very few laws here.

[@crazy4catsRL]

@@bugloverspiderlover8490 as much as I’d love parts of that and be able to own my babies with few laws, as a woman I know too many women who live there who now have very little rights.

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

@@crazy4catsRL true,Texas suck when it comes to human rights,honesty we actually regret moving here because of all the other crap.

[@liamsstudio_44]

God that stand up Really shaped you into this wonderful KZbinr

[@Madchris8828]

I got so happy the other day when I saw a pretty large skink native to my state the otherday he was a well fed chunky boi

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

chonk

[@abl89]

I love this video! I have one of these little guys and I always laugh at how fast they immidately run to the top of my head! Lol

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

they are so goofy!

[@jeffersoncordillious7968]

Never heard of these until I saw one at a expo a couple months ago and now every expo I’ve been to since has had more and more of them.

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

so underrated!

[@naudiaangelica6925]

Here's Bonnie, just hanging out doing the lizard flop on his head. OK... Iove me some skinks. If I should find myself with some space, I think the Schneider skink is a great and group option(s) :-)

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

bonnie is the best

[@Agnesebella]

it would be really cool if adam made a video like: my unpopular opinions on controversial reptile topics (or something similar). i would love to see his take on it!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

ok!

[@jorgev5785]

Awesome video man keep up the great work

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks!

[@MOONOVERMIAMI]

Hello great video information Adam

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you!

[@MrsVrba]

I just met my first Schneider’s Skinks at an expo today. I am in LOVE. It was SO hard not to impulse buy a pair! They were puppy dog tame and so cute… not even in an enclosure, just hanging around on top of the other enclosures! I was planning on getting a second leopard gecko after we move, but now… I want one of these sweethearts! I just REALLY don’t like buying wild caught, though… :(

[@aoroen]

These little guys look like they bring you a lot of joy! Now I need me a pair of these.. (or just something diurnal-too many nocturnal friends rn..)

[@karmaleenash2841]

Well, now I love these skinks! Geesh, Adam, now I want one. I may need a reptile room….💚

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

get the biggest reptile room!

[@karmaleenash2841]

@@WickensWickedReptiles Don’t encourage my madness! 😎

[@MountaineerMight]

Almost picked one up at an expo over the weekend. I didn't do it, but I will in October when it's back in town.

[@willarcher2353]

adam seemed so genually happy to talk about these awseome animals

[@owiexotics946]

Dummerils Boa will never forget the praise you gave these Skinks!

[@sliocachnioishin2821]

Waited for this video... it did not disappoint! Loved it!!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks for watching!

[@rebeccalynntenbrink6254]

I agree Coolest pet ever!!! I fell in LOVE! Like ten years ago and have always wanted one. There is a reptile show coming up in my town and I hope they have one! So I'm starting to set up and hope one will be available.

[@celtzen]

What a cute little critter! When my BP sizes up to his new PVC this winter I'm going to look into these guys to take over his old enclosure! Other then the UVB I'll already have the bits and their requirements are a little easier!

[@silverlady1118]

Excellent vid ☺ 👍

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thanks!

[@Buffaluffagus82]

Im in love 😍. You looked like you were having a great time filming this!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

this was such a fun one to shoot!

[@momamiandkiddokelsi9027]

Excellent as always Adam!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@garywarrick6082]

Nicely done mate

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

thank you!

[@mikedee936]

Those are awesome skinks very charismatic and I like that you can handle them because most skinks that size run away

[@yourmom-e4f]

I found out about these skinks and fell in love with them! It sucks captive bred ones aren’t easily available. Have you ever thought about trying to start a breeding project with them? Hopefully at one point we are able to crack the code on breeding these beautiful potatoes!

[@authentic1606]

Do a video about kingsnakes man. Nobody ever does videos about how awesome they are. They only talk about how easy they are to take care of. Love your videos bro

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

Thanks for the idea!

[@authentic1606]

@@WickensWickedReptiles Of course. Kingsnakes are definitely the best beginner snake or even for an expert. I wish more people appreciated them like I do

[@catcando1131]

I really found a love for skinks when I moved to California. Their tongues!!! ❤️ Edit: Bonnie looked so content to be hanging out on your head and didn’t not seem to be very jumpy at all. ❤️

[@AndyPug-f5m]

Schneider skink are amazing and they have a ton of personality

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

I agree

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I'm sold ! I'm definitely getting a couple of Schneiders Skinks when I move. They seem like the perfect lizard for me.

[@nathanbu543]

Love these guys so much and see this video makes me so happy they are getting so much publicity. thank you

[@danielspathies8973]

Lets goooo!!! I have been waiting for this! Thank you!

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

enjoy!

[@Goreny.]

Adam being a jungle in front of a jungle is the most ironically iconic thing

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

George of the jungle

[@davidgray4901]

Oh yes the Snyder skink I used to have one of them when I was a kid long time ago I'm like 38 now so you can see it was a long time ago I had my Schneider skink with two colored lizards and they did pretty good together back then

[@WickensWickedReptiles]

cool!

[@davidgray4901]

Yeah I loved my Schneider skink his name was snappy even though he never once bit me he was just snappy cuz he ate crickets but back then in the '90s I never knew that he was omnivore so I just gave him crickets

[@YoSoFunnyx3]

Thank youuu ! Im so excited I've been waiting for this for MONTHS