How old is this gator??

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How old is this gator??

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Жыл бұрын

How old is Casper? How old can gators get?? How do we know how old gators are? That’s the neat part, we don’t! Listen and find out why!
~You can come swim with me and Casper! If you want to come join you can book online now, go to www.crocodilechris.com Let me know if you want to go! Observation and photos only at @evergladesoutpost and tour participants are separated from gators by safety fence. Remember all the gators you see me working with are rescue nuisance gators, caught from the wild as big as you see them now! The state kills 7k-8k each year. We volunteer our time to catch & rescue them and bring them to sanctuaries, unpaid. Wetsuit by @cressi1946
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@smajickenan3114 Жыл бұрын

This man is singlehandedly getting me invested in crocodiles more and more. They are such beautiful animals. I love what you're doing,keep it up man!

@stevepwn Жыл бұрын

its an alligator

@rowenakers8712 Жыл бұрын

Gator bro

@huntermitchell6145 Жыл бұрын

Thats a alligator

@Kado1609 11 ай бұрын

invested in it and you dont even know its an alligator and not a crocodile... you call that being invested!?

@mickgyles1958 Жыл бұрын

Casper looks like he loves being on video. He will be signing autographs next 🐊😉

@josefjensen8014 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad that Casper doing good

@thereadingjungle 8 ай бұрын

I am writing a children's picture book and the main characters are alligators. I have watched a number of your videos to gain a better understanding of these amazing creatures. Thank you for helping me develop better more realistic characters.

@drekavacizkakaljevac9826 Жыл бұрын

Regards from Serbia ❤ Yes in Belgrade zoo we have alligator Muja ❤ Muja (Serbian Cyrillic: Муја; pronounced MOO-ya)[1] (hatched 1937) is an American alligator living in the Belgrade Zoo and is the oldest known alligator in captivity. Having arrived at the zoo in 1937, Muja has lived through both the Axis and Allied bombings of Belgrade during World War II, as well as the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia in 1999.

@flowersinformaldehyde Жыл бұрын

"Hitler's alligator" Saturn, is such a sad story. After the war he was sent to Russia and reportedly suffered from PTSD from the war. As always, love your interactions with Casper!

@MoMo-kq5nw 5 ай бұрын

Well, no. It was 4 months in 1990 when he stopped eating because of the move into a new aquarium. (And btw: Hitler never even saw that animal ... he was just an ordinary zoo-animal)

@dizzymisslizzy185 Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, I love your videos! I know we all love Casper, but I'd be interested in a video about female alligators, specifically mama gators! What time of year do they lay eggs, what's common behavior for a mama gator, and how long do the babies stay with their mother? And, will a mama gator ever eat her babies like other species do? Thank you for the great videos, and for keeping us all educated on these incredible animals! 😊

@partyponyz1239 11 ай бұрын

7:50 when Chris is talking about how stress can shorten a gator's lifespan it looks like Casper is nodding 😂

@klopity4365 Жыл бұрын

I love that it is 20 minutes, just to show that there is no way to prove how old he is😂❤️! Love all your videos!

@norahkathleen Жыл бұрын

Oh..and the gator named Pops at Gatorland has been there since they opened in the 1940’s. The oldest one in the park that they know of. I have a desert tortoise and I always say “approximately” when I guess her age…. As usual, Casper is a very pretty alligator ☺️🥰

@Crewdestroya Жыл бұрын

Thanks for always coming in with the educational videos man! I live in Beaumont, Texas and there’s a reptile zoo/alligator farm here with a “Legendary” 92 year old alligator named Big Al, who supposedly is the largest alligator in captivity in the State of Texas at over 13 feet. This makes me wonder if he’s actually that old or not!

@ThePodVon Жыл бұрын

I love that you acknowledge anecdotal and empirical evidence as being as valid, if less weighty, as documented evidence. Discarding pre-'method' evidence is actually very unscientific in the way it curtails the growth of knowledge. The people who dismiss this information out of hand are laudably trying to be logical but failing to be scientific. I only just discovered your channel, but already love it.

@dimtgco1428 Күн бұрын

Old? It doesn't get old watching this guy literally risk his life in every minute of every video. A smart, brave guy with even bigger gonads.

@Debra.Justice Жыл бұрын

Chris, your videos are so interesting. I could listen to you talk about crocodilians all day. I agree with you about trophy hunters. They are disgusting. For some reason they think they must kill all predators. And it doesn’t make them look like a big strong man. It makes them look pathetic. I have a question. When you run your hand along Casper’s back, what does the skin feel like. I know they have those bony plates but curious about the skin around them. Please hug Casper for me. He is just so adorable. Love from Tennessee. 🐊

@justinpowell1139 Жыл бұрын

A lot of guides are educated by other guides and their dads and so on. They don’t know they don’t know, and don’t research. They just operate on faith of the “oral traditions.” and assume the science falls in line, and no one corrects them. Not their fault, but definitely misinforming. Thank you for your approach. Ive been loving this the last few weeks. Like I went from Shark Week to Gator Days 😂

@captricharddee3634 2 ай бұрын

This made me laugh. "We don't know how old Casper is. We can say he's 50 years old, we can say he's 120 years old". Casper then comes up close to the camera, with his mouth open slightly. I thought he was going to whisper, "Actually I'll tell you how old I am" lol.

@pennymcintyrehenson1420 10 ай бұрын

I would love to go gator watching with you and your lady up here in Mississippi. I've been watching you for a while. A HUGE HUGE CONGRATULATIONS for everything you've accomplished in these few years, AND HAPPY late BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!

@zingwilder9989 8 ай бұрын

That is a great topic. Indeed, with studies that commenced only about 50 years ago, some myths were busted i.e. growing throughout their lives. I've seen some big ones (about 14 ft.) in the South Carolina swamps. I was well-protected from them and at a distance. Yes, some have said that these creatures can live 150+ years, but it can be attributed to only folklore. The truth of the matter is, up until a few decades ago, no one cared about these animals. They were considered "worthless varmints" infesting the southern swamps.

@samudra_dasgupta 2 ай бұрын

I am so glad people like Chris are there

@toscadonna Жыл бұрын

There’s this guy named Masaru who’s a spear fisherman in Japan that has a KZfaq channel, and a guy he knew had a gator for 20 years. When the guy moved, the licensing for gators changed in Japan, so he had to euthanize the gator. It was 12’ long and looked pretty healthy (maybe the bottom jaw was a little short? Not sure); Masaru skinned, cut up for meat, and stuffed the head for the guy. It was pretty interesting to watch. So they can get pretty big even in 20 years in captivity, but I’d imagine they need whole prey and a good enclosure with access to sunlight. I’d imagine wild alligators might have a hard time getting all the food they need especially during certain years due to weather or even natural disasters.

@Bw.e Жыл бұрын

Just ask Casper how old he is, I’m sure he’ll be honest with you

@naomipeacock6465 10 ай бұрын

What about maybe doing a video describing some of the differences btwn alligators and crocodiles. That would be interesting. I've always wondered

@brooksanddunn8347 Жыл бұрын

Casper talking 🐊 “Not sure about you Chris, I’m in my primeeee!!” Lol

@onelifestyle Жыл бұрын

I recently discovered your KZfaq channel and have been captivated by your content! It's truly remarkable. I had a question regarding zoos. Could you share your favorite zoo you've ever visited? Also, I'd love to know your current perspective on Zoo Miami. My family and I have just become Zoo Miami members. I appreciate the incredible effort you put into your work with these animals. It's genuinely inspiring!

@marielcollins9787 Жыл бұрын

He is onto you, he sees no treats then he is getting slower coming back to you 😂

@kaymark6744 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a. Video explaining how you got Casper or how long you personally have known him. Ans how is he so well trained and calm around people?? Btw love your videos ❤

@dimtgco1428 Күн бұрын

Look at the size of the eyeball on that gator. I wouldn't want them eyeballs on me!

@PeachyPaigeMusic Жыл бұрын

Casper looks like he’s 3 years old 🤗 Really sad about the other rescued gator 😢

@kellevichy 11 ай бұрын

He keeps saying the entire video there is no way to tell... not to mention he's been working with Casper over 10 years.

@reneepietrowiak5882 Жыл бұрын

Super interesting!

@DaylnJonesKILLERCROC 5 ай бұрын

Man I thought you owned Casper this whole time 😂 😂

@pamferguson1870 11 ай бұрын

Not sure where to ask this question and maybe you’ve answered it in previous videos… how can you tell if an alligator is male or female? Do you have a video on how alligators mate and then give birth. Love your videos!

@dimtgco1428 Күн бұрын

I can't imagine correctly how hard their skin must be. I have to wonder if they can really feel being touched? Especially since their tolerance to pain is so high?

@Juke582 Жыл бұрын

You have found your passion you are meant to do! How can we in the public support your new place in Ocala to teach about alligators? I am close in …The Villages 😉

@yannaedc5934 11 ай бұрын

10:42 all that hand waving is making me nervous man XD

@clistiarobinson34 Жыл бұрын

Sorry I'm late I didn't get the notification I usually do tho so I don't know what happen. But anyway great vlog and I hope you and gabby have a fantastic Sunday

@DebNKY Жыл бұрын

Casper is an old soul. Thank you, Chris!

@McNastyxx95 7 ай бұрын

I know Casper has no personal feelings towards you, but I really am interested in knowing if you didn’t visit him anymore how his behavior would change when he would notice you again like say a 5 year span or so.

@Olive131 3 ай бұрын

Sooooo interesting. Thanks!

@songbirdsinging1878 Жыл бұрын

trophy hunting is very sad and it's usually unfair. i know people who do canned hunting for bear. they leave food and wait for them to show up.

@Mateus-sq5qi Жыл бұрын

i aprecciate your honesty chris

@futurefox635 Жыл бұрын

This is the kind of info you dont get from the documentaries.... they just go for the shots of gators hunting which is amazing to see but its nice to get in depth subjects that go beyond their predatory ways.

@theflyingdutchguy9870 Жыл бұрын

at least 6 years 😂😂. we can really only make educated guesses by looking at the enviroment they come from and how rough they look. and usually when they are really old there are some signs, but nothing that can make anyone close to precise. its really just not reliable enough to try to make an estimate.

@FreedomForce100 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Any reason why we don't see your left hand on the video?

@willsanti8435 Жыл бұрын

Hope one day we can go and watch Casper swing 🐊 greetings fron México 🇲🇽 ❤

@wy8948 Жыл бұрын

awesome vid!!

@GuilyF1 Жыл бұрын

This guy is swimming with killing machines, I hope your channel skyrockets

@wildwoody20 10 ай бұрын

I thought alligators though were back in the dinosaur days

@Jasonth131 Жыл бұрын

Did Casper hate Drones.

@Idevaughan530 10 ай бұрын

Only you should keep them as pets sense you actually study gators and know there diets

@lucasanfilippo5370 Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris.. yes Casper doenst love you, I doubt even my dog loves me, but it likes to be hug, caressed, brushed.. does Casper love it too, or it doesnt care?

@tonyrains8822 Жыл бұрын

I am currently in Missouri and still don't understand how these great lizards from down home are all the way up here

@davidharden7575 10 ай бұрын

i think he is 4k years old!

@margusmees5720 Жыл бұрын

Such a great video, very good way of explainign things. But I was wondering about this captive held alligator who was undersized and couldn't open his mouth. Is it possible to improve such animal's health in any way, I am sure there is less stress for the animal now than it was before, but besides that, for an example the mouth opening lenght, is it possible to improve that?

@calkingherper4189 6 ай бұрын

16:06 Gottem!

@denissorn Жыл бұрын

these seeds he's munching must be making him high lol. Btw, can aligators taste sweet/sugar?

@akdwulit Жыл бұрын

Epigenetic age is a way to tell

@Joeyweaver42 Жыл бұрын

Is excessive feeding in captivity the reasoning for the heads being short and fat? Was thinking it could potentially be because their bodies are growing faster than their heads? Probably a stupid question. Sorry I’m advance

@sarahgillem5960 Жыл бұрын

Do alligators grow continuously in optimal conditions?

@katrinaterry-brown2920 Жыл бұрын

Interesting information as usual 🐊

@tonyrains8822 Жыл бұрын

I have seen gators reaching up to 18-20 feet long

@trudilee7626 10 ай бұрын

IS IT THE SPECIES THEY KNOW? OR IS IT THAT EXACT ALLIGATOR THEY KNOW, ANY IDENTIFYING MARKS THAT MAKE IT THE ONE THEY KNOW

@sourchips000 Жыл бұрын

He's still a baby on front of you 🤗💕

@MarioLamRedRebel 6 ай бұрын

What do you think about Gustave the Crocodile in Afrika that has killed more than 300 people and shoot be more than 100 years old and around a 1500 kilo , 7 meter long ? Greetings from the Netherlands 👍

@kyrab7914 11 ай бұрын

You could probably make an entire new branch of science just actually investigating what native ppl know. Like that's not even cryptozoology bc 1) it's a broad category and 2) science really didn't take those claims seriously before, so there really hasn't been any research. But we've seen things like the history of the Franklin artic expedition, or even the coastline of Australia forming being known by natives and recently recorded by science.

@bobobobo-ki2fw Жыл бұрын

I want one

@timber72 Жыл бұрын

Casper is 48 years old. His aura told me so.

@keekee5848 8 ай бұрын

Is saw bigger now? And are her teeth ok?

@jessiek3500 Жыл бұрын

I'm always asking you on Instagram how old they can live so thanks for answering lol

@roguefive512 Жыл бұрын

Could Casper be actually stressed right now with all filming and interactions with you?

@rowenakers8712 Жыл бұрын

Does size of the alligators influence life span like it does with other reptiles?

@fallinginthed33p 10 ай бұрын

The depressing part is how *we* are the apex predator in all ecosystems because of technology. We've killed the largest crocodilians and big cats just because we could.

@naomipeacock6465 10 ай бұрын

Hahahaha.... How do we know his birthday????? Duh....we just ask.

@futurefox635 Жыл бұрын

Hear me out on this one. Obviously Casper would eat Chris. However, it's possible that action would induce some level of stress in Casper. Seeing how its Chris who feeds him often and Chris goes into the water with him after he feeds. I believe this routine for such a long time if broken would induce stress in Casper, but I could be wrong. Consider this scenario. If you had a big fake tree log in that enclosure, and half of it was in the water the other half stuck out and it was something Casper was always around for years, if you suddenly removed the log would he would feel uncomfortable and stressed that his environment has changed?

@kellyg4133 Жыл бұрын

That gator is so fake, just look at his eyes and that ocean water! Hes just so fake. Oops i meant to say he loves you ,i can tell by the way he looks into your eyes. I mean one of these days, if you keep playing with fire your gonna get burned. Haha i just waisted that much time writing nonsense that you have to deal with all the time. God i must be bored. But for real. I love all your vidoes and enjoy listening to you as i love gators and many reptiles and just animals in general. Im a big animal person. Thanks for the continued education. ❤️ 🐊

@sparkysue2 Жыл бұрын

how come the camera man is so scared of casper? has he been nipped before?

@Holy_Athletics 11 ай бұрын

People in the comments..STOP saying that Casper "loves" chris...they do not feel love and affection, most animals in fact don't.

@Brisingam 9 ай бұрын

Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.

@Holy_Athletics 9 ай бұрын

@Brisingam animals DO NOT have the capacity to care about you or your well being at all. Including dogs and especially alligators. Have you seen chris video on this? He did a whole 20 min video on why Casper does in fact NOT love him.

@Brisingam 9 ай бұрын

@@Holy_Athletics Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have)))))))))))

@rachelwilson86 7 ай бұрын

Casper needs a girlfriend so he won't be lonely & he can have babies with her.

@ItsAllAboutGuitar 11 ай бұрын

You should trash zoos. They're just prison for animals that never committed a crime.

@fdpipemen Жыл бұрын

Do you ever show videos of how you start the initial training of alligators

@analisa4238 Жыл бұрын

Are there any factors that allow you to differentiate a younger gator versus one that may be nearing the end of its life? Not so much in physical characteristics maybe, but is there any behaviors that they exhibit that would allow you to tell them apart?

@pookiewookie9167 Жыл бұрын

Great question. I am also interested in the answer