the fact people put down your years of experience and studies and your professionalism to a simple trick pisses me off, so I imagine its infuriating for you. it's just condescending. like, why can't people accept that you're just bloody good at what you do and you know what you're doing? I don't get it. Great video as always, guys. always a pleasure to see casper!

I think Chris is actually Casper's child, so Casper would of course never attack their own kin. Chris was abandoned as a baby and cast into a river, just like Moses. Casper found Chris, a helpless child, and took him in to raise him as an alligator.

Casper swam away and BROUGHT YOU BACK A LEAF the best boy

"I love Casper, he doesn't love me." *tear rolls down Casper's eye as he drops the leaf blanket he just fetched for his human who just complained about the cold*

Guys call me crazy, but I'm starting to think that these people who dedicate their lives to saving and caring for animals might know a thing or two about said animals!

Such an irresponsible alligator being right next to a Florida man doesn't he know the risks(this is a joke)

Not a real alligator. Definitely a friendly dog swimming, wearing an alligator costume. Can't believe people fall for this.

Gabby finally debunked the myth of whats under Chris’s shirt 🤣

It must be so frustrating to have people dismiss your decades of experience and expertise and decide they have things figured out from their armchairs. Thank you for the great video!

When he hugs him, casper closed his eyes and i could just hear casper just being like ‘dad stop you’re embarrassing me’ 😂😂 but secretly loves it

You can see how attentive Casper is. Even when you're out of the water he swims up to you and waits to see what you do. What a good boy.

That’s so fascinating about the food rotting in their stomach in cold weather. That’s something that makes perfect sense that I never really thought about, and something us warm blooded creatures don’t even have to worry about.

Thanks to Gabby for having him take his shirt off. Subscribed!

alright... my list of questions: • Does he like you petting him? • How does he hear you? (Like, where's his ears?) • A silly one here, when I was in school, someone brought a baby alligator in. And said if you turn it over and pet its belly, it is like a paralyzing effect on them. Is this true? (The alligator he was holding was indeed not moving when he did it.) • Are you ever worried, nervous? • Is Casper your best trained? • Do you ever "discipline" Casper? • If someone were to be in the water (like your girlfriend/wife?) would he try to bite her?

The way Casper closed his eyes when you cuddled him was kinda cute actually, as if he really enjoyed it. Really informative and enjoyable video you guys! Love to see people so passionate about wild animals and understanding and treating them the right way, that they more or less become kind of friends. Must be pretty rewarding . :)

"maybe the guy who worked with alligators for 20 years knows what he's doing!" No chance, pal. I've watched 3 of your videos, I know what I'm talking about.

At the 8:50 mark where you pick up and hug Casper, it looks like he is enjoying it, even to the point of emitting an 'alligator smile'. How wonderful these creatures are. Thanks so much for all the work you do with them.

I literally can’t with Chris’s sarcasm 😂😂

Chris clearly is just an Aligator in a human suit. Stop being silly everyone.

Still not convinced--gonna need those pants too. 👀 😂

"i watch these videos for the beauty of nature" the beauty of nature:chris without a shirt

Correcting ignorance on the internet is a Sisyphean task but it's appreciated.

that glasses reflection thing blew my mind. hillarious what people come up with😂😂

8:43 what a happy gator😂 Casper has to be thinking stop it dad you’re embarrassing me by the way he closed his eyes

the way caspar handles his people is amazing. he can even swim right up to them without eliciting a panic reaction. caspar is an amazing trainer.

8:44 the fact that the alligator closes his eyes when you hugged him is so wholesome!!!

ive been binge watching your videos as ive just found your channel today. coolest and most genuine content ive ever seen!

You will never be able to convince some people that you are a good handler and that you work with Casper daily to develop the behaviors you want and eliminate the ones that you don't want. Trolls are impervious to facts, reason and logic.

As a 6years old kid, i always knew alligators were a very intelligent animals, now i know its a fact :) Thx for this :)

I’ve got it! Casper is a robotic life like alligator that Chris made in his spare time. And…and Gabby uses a remote control behind the camera to make him move. I hope you guys got a good laugh and thanks for the education on alligators/crocs. Just subscribed to the channel.

"They're literally never not hungry" same casper, same.

alligators normally: dangerous predator that deserves respect alligators according to people on the internet: man-eating murder log Casper: armored dog

8:43 the eye blink casper did was just so dam adorable.

I find it really impressive how well Casper can hear, I didnt know gators could hear so well that they can be called over, even while his head is submerged. Where are a gators ears and how well can they hear?

You need to do more shirt off vlogs. You chest shows how well you take care of yourself and the animals. Thanks for answering all the questions.

I didn't expect him to be so shredded underneath the wet suit

Loved the video you can see Casper is well trained an Chris knows what he's doing it made me 😊 when he came to Chris an Chris picked him up an gave him a hug an Casper closed his eyes that was so cute 🥰 at 8:45

I've always wondered what alligators must think when you carry them lol, must be peculiar for them or even make them feel vulnerable.

Chris is so confident that's what's up🙌🏾

there'll always be some people seeing things, you can"t get 100% of the world by your side, so just keep entertaining and giving knowledge to people understanding what is going on here, you the boss man

I think its very easy to see that Chris has been bit by a radioactive alligator in his childhood. Since then, he gives off radio waves in a frequency only alligators are able to hear and understand. Those make them believe he is one of them and thus they do not attack him. He is constantly telepathically communicating with alligators and grew very fond of their culture and way of thinking. So much actually, that he likes alligators more than humans and by making these videos, he is trying to make the human race think, that alligators aren't the routhless killing machines they actually are. Trust me, I've seen a bunch of movies. I know how violent they actually are. Im pretty sure in at least 10 years, we will all be brainwashed by Chris and be eaten by alligators, because we start believing his lies about alligators not being the killing machines they are. Alligators are going to then overtake our homes, cars and countries with chris as their leader, because he was the one who made this all happen. Now when i think about it... does chris actually like alligators? or is he just using them as his gateway to world leadership?

people really be clowning like crazy but this video just cements the hard work and effort you guys have done to get to this point and have this knowledge. Thanks for the vid glhf

I love your guys' channel and I can't help watching your videos daily, almost binging them, because of all the knowledge and NO BS commentary. Especially calling out all the comments who think they know better. You're my type of people! Much love!

I really appreciate this incredibly informative channel. You are doing a great service attempting to educate people on the realities of animal behaviour. There are so many animal videos online that are shown without context, people see them and then form false beliefs about that animals behaviour. Drives me nuts! I’m in Northern Canada and I once had an argument with a girl from down south who tried to tell me that Moose are cuddly 🙄 I told her to go try and hug one.

Funny how armchair experts think they know more than people with years and years of experience, they can't just be open to learning something, they have to argue. Reptiles can be trainable and learn things, some humans not so much, unfortunately. I love your work.

You can tell the difference in his demeanor with the animals compared to other reptile experts, and the gators’ response to it. Hand-fed from babies alligators in a zoo who react much more aggressively, and you can tell it’s based on the behaviors from the humans interacting with them. As a side note, even with how well-trained Casper is, you can still see Chris always glancing at him to be sure he’s not up to anything nefarious. 😂

Im 24 years old and have always wanted to work with wildlife and in conservation, having hurt my back a couple years ago i thought that was no longer possible but seeing how comfortable and gentle casper can be gives me hope.

This is what I think the relationship between Chris and Casper is like. Chris: Hi Casper. Casper: Hi Chris. You dead yet? Chris: Nope, still alive and kicking. Casper: Crap. Maybe next time. Chris: Maybe next time. Casper: Alright. You got chicken? Chris: I've got chicken. Casper: Cool.

Thank you for making these videos! Having been bitten by an alligator 10 years ago(totally my fault), I have had a bad perception of the species for a while . I have learned a lot about alligators watching your videos and appreciate it very much. I still wouldn't get in the water with them but I have gained a lot of respect for their intelligence and behavior.

Surprising that Casper hasn’t ate you yet, because ya boi be looking like a *SNACK.*

Man I'm just gonna say I absolutely love this type of content where your just chilling with Casper and talking facts

Hearing you say you both commute over 1 hour one way is true love and dedication to these animals well being...that is a passion and calling....I commute over 1 hour to get to work and I gotta say I hate that drive...but I love my job...and so do Gabby and Chris....I have learned so much watching you both..those birds at your house you guy's have ..that is definitely love because they're so vocal...I get so tickled at you both talking about Elmo and how he just doesn't like anyone really...I can only imagine how loud they can be in the early morning and that is love and dedication...you are both exceptional people who have dedicated your lives to the health and well being of these animals...that takes time..compassion...not trickery and deception....I am thankful for people like y'all who have a true heart and calling for all life..that's rare ...

This channel is genuine there can’t be no HATE here.

It’s good if people ask questions and discuss things if they don’t already know but when they start to make crap up it’s wrong. Questions are never wrong. Criticising someone’s professionalism and integrity is.

Finding this channel at random tonight was a highlight of my week. I don't normally go in for animal-focused channels; I like animals well enough, but I'm neither a dog person nor a cat person... if that makes sense. But this is both entertaining and educational. I'll be watching a lot more of your videos from now on.

I discovered you this weekend, and I love your content! I'm honestly surprised people think these things!

Does any of the females get protective when your interacting with Casper? Such as during the mating season?

Living near the Canadian border, I can confirm that "ice from Canada" is indeed colder than any other ice. It also has a flavor suspiciously similar to maple syrup.

I'm a certified scuba diver. Most of my dives have been in Hawaii, where the water temperature is in the mid-80s. I wear a full wetsuit every dive minus a hood. I've tried shorties, but I'll get cold by the end of the dive, like blue lips shivering cold when a dive is only 35-60 minutes long depending on depth. I'm thin, so I lose heat easily, even in 85+ degree water. People don't understand how much heat the body loses in warm water for extended periods of time unless they're *cough* fat, I mean naturally insulated.

I love you guys. I learn so much from you both every time I watch one of your videos or posts and I could literally listen to y’all all day long! Keep up the wonderful job! 👍🏼

I love a good old Casper vid. He's such a chilled handsome boy 🐊

Chris, has Casper EVER gotten "grumpy or aggravated" with you and caught you off guard a little???

Casper is the goodest boy evey. How he closes his eyes and lowers his mouth like he's smiling is too precious

A shirtless Chris? This is just the MCU with their massive budget for CGI alligators.

Back in 1997, I was living in Jamaica for a semester in college and we all went on a tour of the Black River. There were crocs all over this river. We got to a point in the river where the guides pulled over and they said "YOU CAN GO SWIMMING HERE IF YOU LIKE, THE CROCS DON'T COME DOWN HERE." I was like "WTF, do they need a key to get in?" I'm a pretty brave person, but I did not go. All of my classmates did. To this day, I still can't believe this is real. I actually went online a couple of years ago to research it to make sure I wasn't remembering the experience in the wrong way. NOPE. It was real. You still couldn't get me to swim in the same waters as these crocs. This river was murky in many areas.

I'm guessing it's easier to see them when they're under water with polarized sunglasses. Good vid as always!

Gatorman been hetting the gym!? Looking like an absolute unit mate!

Just want to say that I really enjoy watching your channel.The country where I was born and live doesn't have any dangerous animals,but I love watching them and learning that when most people are killed its mostly caused by carelessness and not showing wild predators the respect they deserve.Keep up the good work.Allan(Scotland.)

I love to leave you guys pleasant and informed comments, my way of trying to balance out the crazy for ya. Great video and content, I enjoy the interactions with Casper.

You don’t have to prove anything to these people, Chris. I’ve watched so much of your videos and I appreciate your effort on keeping on repeating and repeating so much info about what you do and never get tired. These arm chair experts downplay your years of experience, and that’s just really sad. But cheers to all of you guys there! Love the content! A lot of us who actually listens rather than be skeptical learn so much from you! 🙏🏻

“He’s coming for the kill” Casper smiles and enjoys the hug

I love videos like this.

Shirtless gator man .... 🥴🤤💕 Any chance he can have multiple girl friends like casper? 🤔

When will people understand that crocodilians NEVER GET FULL apparently never 😂🤦🏼‍♂️

It never ceases to amaze me with all of the conspiracy theories as if they are pros on the subject. Same goes for conspiracy theories of other topics.

I love watching your videos. They are so educational and I love all kinds of animals and to see Casper interact with you, your wife and everyone else is beyond amazing! Keep up the great work! I need to take a trip to Florida :)

this guy: works with this crocodile for more than a decade and have learnt many important things about handling a crocodile through the years some guy on internet: bullshit

Guys, obviously it's just a well trained dog in an alligator costume.

You two are adorable - and so is Aries - I started watching you when I chanced across your channel. I’d been in Costa Rica and no one really educated me on the crocodiles. There was little real information I could get. When out walking alone I wasn’t sure how worried I needed to be. While used to being in bear and cougar country, and how to behave there, in CR it seemed people wanted to exploit the thrill factor. Now when I return, while being smart and respectful, I don’t feel the need to be overly anxious. Thank you!

I totally believe what you say about “He doesn’t love me, I wish he did but he’s not capable of that. This will probably sound weird but watch videos of you and Casper has helped me with not taking psychopaths or other personality disordered people incapable of empathy in my life. It’s just their nature. Their wiring. I’ve know some pretty intense ones and they like touch and cuddle, I think every sentient being does. I love that the two of you love him. Thank you for sharing these videos.

Did anyone else notice how ripped Chris is? He has abs like a championship boxer!

I love yalls since of humor 😆

for the start of the video I had to get out a fahrenheit to celsius converter lol

That's so cute. This great big armoured animal brings him a tiny (for the croc) little leaf. So cute.

Good job, Gabby, you know what the viewers want to see. Subscribed :p

Hey, that is new business opportunity there, swim with Chris shirtless edition. xD

I feel your grief about how stupid people can be. Working with live animals (domestic & exotic) over 40 years, the 'trick' that most people don't get is that it's simply understanding the species, lots of research, and spending time with the animals to establish the bond so they don't see you as a threat to defend themselves or as potential prey. It's simply respecting the animals, knowing what they are capable of, not making mistakes to put yourself at risk and establishing the bonds of mutual trust. I applaud you for all the work you do & the time you dedicate to educate!

I love how when you call him he turns really slowly like “Ugh, what now?”

Honestly I like these kind of videos it’s just you and Casper hanging out, the snowflakes? Not so much…

Hey Chris, as I was watching your video (which is sensational and educational might I add), you said that he views you as the alpha. I have two questions. 1) Does he view you as a member of his 'congregation' or family? 2) As you are the alpha of the pack, does Casper get aggressive and try to fight you during mating seasons, or are you the unquestioned leader? Also, sorry if these questions don't make sense, I was just wondering about it whilst watching the video. I hope you have a great day, and continue posting your brilliant content, (they have helped me understand so much about alligators). Love from Australia!!

Guys Gabby's voice is tuned to a very specific pitch that lulls the alligators into a dreamlike state. If you look closely you will see that whenever Gabby talks, Casper doesn't eat Chris. Rewatch the video if you don't believe me, and notice how whenever she's talking, Casper isn't eating him. I am a doctor.

Clearly Casper is too stunned by Chris’ devilishly handsome looks to attack him

Appreciate the video but stupid people will continue asking stupid questions and making assumptions. You have balls made of steel and many don't understand how you're able to maintain these creatures and your life.

People need to be well fed FACTS! Which you are doing. Good job. And the alligators are beautiful.

15:05 is me though LOL 💖🐊 Thank you Chris & Casper, I have learned a lot as always in your videos! They're wonderful, educational & fun! Also - love your sense of humor Chris 😆👍

Chris, love your videos. They are all so informative and well done. As a scuba diver I have swam with sharks on numerous occasions and have Never been attacked. Kind of the same basic principal, we are not the usual food source, and there are millions of sharks around the world and in close proximity to humans whether they know it or not and they could literally feast on us if they choose to do it. Thanks for taking the time to teach the uninformed that these are not mindless killers.

Hey Chris, I don't know if you remember me, but we exchanged some comments on field herp forum and I am the one that started the thread "alligator behavior" and you were the one person on the whole thread that defended me.

I seriously can't believe the type of things people will assume and the wild takes people have. This guy is a professional. He knows what he's doing, still dangerous but he clearly knows the bounds.

Oh man, to be honest Crocs and Aligators are by far the animal I am scared of the most! But Chris and this channel made my fear kinda go away! If I´ll ever to USA I will try to take a stop at your Outpost and take a swim with Casper! Greetings from germany, love this channel!

You bully Chris to get in the water 😭😂 I was dying