I honestly cried at this. Rex has been on such a journey, huh? From crammed in a little box for years and years, to a beloved character on the channel, to her own special exhibit and delighting so many kids and adults in person. It genuinely made me emotional when she was bellowing at Ed's drill. It's like she's truly at home. What a wonderful set up and I hope to take the road trip to see it one day ❤
Right? I think this is the happiest I think we've seen Rex on this channel. She looks so at peace and happy in her new enclosure. She also seems more energetic and less bored which is so fantastic for her. Really happy for her, she deserves the best!
I did to. I'm so Happy for Her. I really Hope that Rex's story teaches People, that not all animals are pets. Alligators 🐊 should be injoyed in the Wild. And only Place that can house them properly.
Rex is the happiest crocodilian I've ever seen in captivity, probably helped by her size. Regardless, I'm so happy to see her in such a good home doing so many natural behaviours!
@@rachelm6734 Or it's the opposite - when there's a child in the pop-up tube, Rex thinks "this human is stuck in this tiny enclosure, while I can walk all the way around her. I could even swim if I wanted. This human must have such a boring life."
@@rachelm6734 (Seriously though, Rex might get to leave her enclosure sometimes for programs, but in her her old home, Emily said she never tried to escape her bedroom, even though she could see through the open door. Alligators are very territorial, Rex needs to stick to her territory so she can protect it!)
I am so happy for Rex. The fact she's being so active and displaying more natural behavior, I think, means she's really happy! Her brain is being exercised even more now. It's so awesome to see
Legit started crying when Rex bellowed; that's so cool and just shows even more how much she's progressed and how happy she is with her home! So happy to see her in the zoo I wish I could visit!
Alligator bellows are one of my absolute favorite noises ever, and seeing that in this video, and seeing Emily's reaction to being able to feel it... Absolutely made my day.
Kinda wonder if they'll be installing a speaker or something to play drill/gator sounds to encourage that on occasion. Would be super cool to hear her bellow while in the tunnel/dome!
i didnt realize just how small rex actually is until she got her new enclosure. its so crazy to see her have so much room to move around and play... its heartwarming to see her so happy. we love you rex 🐊
When I saw her in person *hint thats me in the video in the dome in the green coat* I was visually shocked at the size shes only like 3 feet long before her tail.
it makes me so emotional to think about how rex lived years in that shoebox and now she has a huge house all to herself! no wonder she looks so happy 🥰❤
Two things I did not expect to see today: 1. Emily in a bathing suit (love the pattern, by the way!) 2. Rex FINALLY in her zoo enclosure! She looks so happy!
When it was being built, just on camera, her enclosure looked so small. It's amazing to see how big it is with Rex actually inside! I'm so happy for her.
I actually think Rex likes Emily! Maybe she associates her with food, but either way she does seem to enjoy Emily’s presence. Especially when Rex was sleeping and still moved towards Emily without ever fully opening her eyes. Over all when Emily was around her, It seems like she is saying thank you in her own way. ❤😊
She seems 1000% times happier. While her old enclosure was great you can tell this is really special for her. When Rex first saw people she was obviously so excited!
It's unreal seeing Rex in such a big home after all these years, I'm so excited to see her getting used to it. You should put a vinyl outline on the glass next to her backstory tag that shows how big the tiny box her first owner had her in was
I honestly think Rex can feel the love pouring out of Emily's voice when she speaks to Rex. They may be reptiles, but that doesn't mean they're braindead. I'm sure she knows Emily anywhere.
Braindead? No Capable of experiencing or understanding love? Also no That’s reptiles for you. We humans tend to anthropomorphise our pets, but reptiles just aren’t wired like us.
@@QWERTYOP80 true, but crocodilians are some of the most intelligent reptiles around, and they’re certainly capable of positive and negative feelings. They know and respond to what they like and dislike, and Rex seems to like and trust Emily. Sure, it may not be what humans define as “love”, but it’s as darn close as an alligator can get.
@@kittyjade16 Relax, friend. Neither is QWERTYOP80. There's nothing wrong with discussion, even if it's not in agreement. :) They're not being rude or insulting.
Oh wow. Yer I remember that too. It is crazy to see how it is turning out and the amount of work they have put in to this amazing place.. I am very proud of the both
I am so happy for Rex. She has a pool she can't destroy, she has a whole lotta space to hang out in and she seems comfortable enough with the new kind of attention she gets! Couldn't be better!
Y’all, she started out in a tiny box, and now look at her! 😭 It’s amazing how much she’s changed since the beginning of the channel even. She’s grown, her snout has straightened, her teeth are opaque and healthy looking! Now she has a huge gator mansion! I’m so glad that y’all were able to do this for her.
This is a perfect demo of how giving an animal more space to live in and explore is always a good choice and appreciated by animals that feel safe and have their needs met. Rex had great space to thrive in her room, but now she has the room to live even more.
Rex is adorable! My favorite part is when she was doing rolls in the water while playing. So cute. Especially knowing what she's been through. So happy she found her forever home with you guys and with such amazing care.❤❤❤
I actually got teary eyed when she was super sleepy but came over to you, Emily. She looks so happy with her enclosure and its awesome to see her barrel roll while completely floating under the water! ❤
I almost cried seeing her swim around like that, it means so much that she's able to actually swim up and down and not just sit in the water, and she seems so happy it's really heartwarming
Emily! I actually think Rex likes you! Maybe she associates you with food, but either way she does seem to enjoy your presence. Especially when Rex was sleeping and still moved towards you without ever fully opening her eyes. It seems like she is saying thank you in her own way. ❤😊
Seeing Rex so happy exploring the opportunities of her larger enclosure makes me teary eyed. As a stunted pet-raised alligator I don't think she could have a better life than what you guys are giving her.
i adore how determined rex was to redecorate her pool and maybe some solid decor to go over the top of the water filter spot? wouldn't want rex to fall in seeing as she already knocked the covering part in
I'm amazed how quickly Rex adapted to having tons of people watching her. When I saw in previous videos how she'd stop playing when Emily or Ed came into her room, I did actually wonder then whether once she was on display she'd hide all the time and only come out when the zoo was closed. Turns out she only hid for 1 DAY and was playing in front of everyone by day three. She seems so happy and it's great that so many people get to enjoy her, in so far as you can ever tell, Rex seems to be enjoying them too.
I know! I wonder if she'd stop playing when Emily or Ed visited because she wasn't as used to people yet, or if she was hoping Emily or Ed might feed her... Or, if in her heart-of-hearts, she knew Emily would be mad about her spilling all the water out of her pool again, and didn't want to be caught in the act. XD
My first time here was Sunday and I was very surprised, you would never know how nice it is inside from the outside of the building my daughter loved it!
I was worried Rex's enclosure would be too small because it would be tiny for a full-grown alligator, but I don't think I realized just how small Rex is! That enclosure seems nice and big for her.
I would agree that yes that enclosure would be incredibly small for like an eight or nine foot alligator, Rex is 4 or 5 ft long if I remember correctly, so that would probably be about a good size for her
OMG, this gave me a new appreciation for alligators. I've never seen one play like that, once she got over her first day or two she looked thrilled. Playing, eating, playing, sleeping and comfortable enough with her space that she's showing more alligator behaviors like bellowing. Seriously this made me tear up, you guys gave her the life she deserves even though she can't go back to the wild you moved litteral mountains of materials to give her the next best thing, this beautiful enclosure! You guys are amazing! I'm so happy for you all.
@@fireofdawn3515 yeah, I have a boa. She’ll strike at anyone except me, and she chills in my lap. I’ve had her for 12 years, with rare visitors, it’s very cute but also concerning, haha!
My gargoyle actually responds to me, and has a particular dislike for my sister. She likes me especially, and my dad as well. Then, my box turtle knows I’m the food mama, and stares excitedly when I walk by. He also really likes my mom, since she feeds him too.
Would be much fun to be in that pool TOGETHERE with Rexie, wonder how he would behave. He doesn't play when they're watching cuz he's just observant for them or thinking maybe he'll get fed. What a beautiful, smiling, timeless animal.. And his skin looks like it's made of rocks or so, i'd just love to pet or cuddle an animal like that, looks rly domesticated, alltho i understand it's not made to be a pet. Unless you're rich and make the perfect room for him with everything & secure etc..
I didn't expect this video to make me tear up. I've been a subcriber for a couple of years now and it's incredible what Emily has done for Rex's quality of life. I'm so happy for her, all the work and setbacks to get the zoo built were worth it.
That was so special to watch! When I was 14 I had a neighbor that had a “pet” alligator or maybe it was a crocodile? Either way it lived its life in a bin much like Rex’s transportation case. It was really sad. I told my parents about it and I’m not sure if it was them or if it was someone else but the authorities were called and they legally had to find it a new home for it. I’m not sure what happened, hopefully it went somewhere to live a much happier life. I get so confused that animal lovers can be so cruel to them just so they can call them a pet. I wish that humans could have enough self awareness to realize whether they are making a positive or negative impact on the lives around them.
Proof that the camouflage on the door is doing its job. When Emily was feed Rex the kid in the dome said "Oh Wow! I didn't know there was a [door]!" at about 9:50
@@chippythechipmunk3453 she has rocks and other decor to hide behind. it's much better than her previous home where she was kept in a small box and neglected for years
@@chippythechipmunk3453 rex is literally completely stretched out in every clip. emily is six foot something and can stretch out. what are you talking about.
@@chippythechipmunk3453 she has a big log to hide behind and its a huge area for a little alligator like her. you people just never can leave these things alone, can you? Dont talk unless you actually know something
Rex doing the barrell roll legit made me jump up and down and cheer. I'm so happy she has all that space to "go wild". Congrats to you guys!!! SOME day, one day, I'll visit the US and make a trip to the facility!
That enclosure actually makes Rex look smaller, that is crazy. Also, the views from the tunnel and through the glass underwater is absolutely beautiful. She is such an amazing and graceful creature underwater. I love Rex and I hope that I get to see her in person one day.
Just a tip; please clean the inside of the glass dome in rex's enclosure 2-3 times a day when the zoo is open. My kiddo loves to go into those domes but damn how much filth it is on the inside of them! So much hand sanitizer I have used on domes like that before my kiddo is allowed to enter them. Kids have that weird habit of kissing or lick the glass... I don't understand it but I make sure to clean before and after my kiddo just to be cautious!
I love how delighted Rex is with her new enclosure and pool, it must feel great to be able to actually be able to submerge completely and swim around. She looks so happy and sleepy at the end of a long day of playing.
This was the pinnacle of the zoo build for me and I am so glad that the timing worked out where I was there to see Rex introduced to her new enclosure. The bellowing I did not expect, but what an excellent way to finish the video as Rex settles into her new home - Paul :-)
Emily is absolutely amazing in so many ways I personally have always wanted to work around alligators snakes and other reptiles it has just always seemed so exciting to me I still have a lot to learn myself but emily is the cutest a truly wonderful woman
Emily, this is outstanding; honestly, she really loves you. See, Rex was attempting to bite the fingers of the other employee seeing her as a plaything or food, but with you, she just turns around to see you and listen to you talk. You are her rescuer, rehabilitator, carer, and teacher, but most of all, you are her best friend... her mother. She respects you as dinosaurs do: as a rival, a hand that feeds and a hand that helps. I don't know as much about alligators, but I know about Crocs (which are more ferocious), and the way a croc shows its love is to fight with you (to spar with you and fight over food) and protect you from others attempting to fight with you (defends you from ACTUAL threats). Ed and Emily, you have built a sanctuary by hand from bare bones. Well done to you both and to your family, friends, fans, volunteers, and employees for seeing this through!
Watching Rex death role her Joly ball made me teary eyed. She has been through so much. From her little 4 foot box, to this massive enclosure with a huge pool. Y’all have done amazing things for this animals and lots of other reptiles/chyanne. God bless you both 💙💙
I started following this channel when they had a video of gold fish being an invasive species in rivers and lakes which was a looooong time ago. I have been so proud of what you guys accomplished and the things you guys do not only for the animals but for the environment as well. Congrats to Emily, Ed, all the staff and crew and especially all the animals that now have a wonderful future because of everyone involved. Once I can come to the US I will definitely make this a must stop
Rex actually looks like she’s smiling watching the whole journey and looking at her toothy smile is so adorable I couldn’t stop smiling the whole video congrats guys
It's so beautiful seeing Rex in her new home! It looks smaller than what is actually seems to be in video, so I was a bit surprised. She can swim around a lot more and the visitors might double as enrichment for her. It was also really cute seeing everyone (but especially you 2) gush over her :< And now you got a whole new room freed up? (clearly for more racks in the future, like, what else is free space meant for right?)
Really? I thought it was much bigger. From what I saw in the videos I doubted Rex could even fit, but now seeing her inside it I can see that she has plenty of space
I remember first seeing Rex just getting her teeth brushed and just coming in or whatever, I cannot believe I stayed in this journey for so long, it’s such an adventure and I love your videos so much I remember Ed never wanting to show his face, and now he doesn’t care. It shows so much improvement and it’s honestly nostalgic I love you guys so much and my dream is to visit your zoo, keep it up!
Okay, I've been watching for years and I gotta tell you guys. I started crying happy tears seeing Rex playing with that ball. It is so amazing to see the dreams come true. Thank you so much for taking us with you on this journey!!
OH MY GOD! Rex is literally like 2 FEET underwater when she sits at the bottom! What a huge pool and enclosure for her!! It's a shame she wasn't able to get more acclimated before grand opening, but Rex is a badass and handled it like a champion!
Can’t believe it’s been two years already since she’s moved in to the zoo! I love rewatching this video it makes me feel so happy I’d love to visit her someday
I honestly cried at this. Rex has been on such a journey, huh? From crammed in a little box for years and years, to a beloved character on the channel, to her own special exhibit and delighting so many kids and adults in person. It genuinely made me emotional when she was bellowing at Ed's drill. It's like she's truly at home. What a wonderful set up and I hope to take the road trip to see it one day ❤
Right? I think this is the happiest I think we've seen Rex on this channel. She looks so at peace and happy in her new enclosure. She also seems more energetic and less bored which is so fantastic for her. Really happy for her, she deserves the best!
I did to. I'm so Happy for Her. I really Hope that Rex's story teaches People, that not all animals are pets. Alligators 🐊 should be injoyed in the Wild. And only Place that can house them properly.
I got super emotional when she started bellowing, she took to her enclosure so fast
Same!!
Me too !!! 😢
Don't mind me getting teary eyed when Rex was playing with her Jolly ball
Same !!! I can’t wait to see it in person one day !
SAME
Sam where.. it was just so cute. I think rex enjoyed it too
Same here 🥺 SO CUUUT
12:30
Rex moving towards Emily with her eyes still closed was the most adorable thing.
I agree! She didn't want to let momma down but just couldn't do it!
Yeah, same thing. I’m actually serious though.😊
Rex is the happiest crocodilian I've ever seen in captivity, probably helped by her size. Regardless, I'm so happy to see her in such a good home doing so many natural behaviours!
She’s been through so much that she appreciates more. I’m so happy that Emily and Ed have her. She’s finally home.
The dome is Rex's own personal human zoo. She gets too see so many fascinating humans through it.
Wow never thought of it that way but so true
such good enrichment!!!!
"Why do they get to walk around but not me?"
@@rachelm6734 Or it's the opposite - when there's a child in the pop-up tube, Rex thinks "this human is stuck in this tiny enclosure, while I can walk all the way around her. I could even swim if I wanted. This human must have such a boring life."
@@rachelm6734 (Seriously though, Rex might get to leave her enclosure sometimes for programs, but in her her old home, Emily said she never tried to escape her bedroom, even though she could see through the open door. Alligators are very territorial, Rex needs to stick to her territory so she can protect it!)
I am so happy for Rex. The fact she's being so active and displaying more natural behavior, I think, means she's really happy! Her brain is being exercised even more now. It's so awesome to see
🐊
Legit started crying when Rex bellowed; that's so cool and just shows even more how much she's progressed and how happy she is with her home! So happy to see her in the zoo I wish I could visit!
Alligator bellows are one of my absolute favorite noises ever, and seeing that in this video, and seeing Emily's reaction to being able to feel it... Absolutely made my day.
Me too!
Kinda wonder if they'll be installing a speaker or something to play drill/gator sounds to encourage that on occasion. Would be super cool to hear her bellow while in the tunnel/dome!
The way she came right up to you while half asleep omgosh shes adorable! So happy she likes her new home and all the attention shes getting!
i didnt realize just how small rex actually is until she got her new enclosure. its so crazy to see her have so much room to move around and play... its heartwarming to see her so happy. we love you rex 🐊
When I saw her in person *hint thats me in the video in the dome in the green coat* I was visually shocked at the size shes only like 3 feet long before her tail.
I have noticed, since she lays on Emily's lap.
@@LinkTardis time stamp from where you’re at?
@@puglover6113 7:57
Can we just talk about how adorable it was when Rex came to Emily when she was in the dome?,
She knows her Mommie
And when she was asleep. She woke up to go to het
Rex is LOVING her new home! I find it so fascinating that she is exhibiting new behaviors in a more natural habit too…great job Ed and Emily!!!!
Ed has really grown more comfortable on film and I love that.
How thoughtful of you guys for giving Rex some humans to watch for enrichment.
*entertainment
@@amandalandeira8788 sthu damn
@@amandalandeira8788enrichment is proper for this context lol
Human
enrichment 😂😂😂
it makes me so emotional to think about how rex lived years in that shoebox and now she has a huge house all to herself! no wonder she looks so happy 🥰❤
Two things I did not expect to see today:
1. Emily in a bathing suit (love the pattern, by the way!)
2. Rex FINALLY in her zoo enclosure! She looks so happy!
There's something strangely Snake Discovery about that pattern
@@aparajita1998 A lot of Snake Discovery's style comes from Emily so her picking one that suits it seems like a thing that'll happen naturally, hehe
Rex: (still and quiet)
Emily: it's like she knows she's going to a better place
Rex: (not yet awake)
I love that you got to lounge in Rex's pool before Rex moved in. That's the cleanest it'll ever be, after all :)
Is your pfp a corgi ?
@@ligma9853 A mighty corghuahua is he :)
Yeah lol
When it was being built, just on camera, her enclosure looked so small. It's amazing to see how big it is with Rex actually inside! I'm so happy for her.
That’s exactly what I was thinking watching this! She looks so happy in it too!
So exciting to see Rex in such an amazing enclosure! I'm so happy for you and for her!
hallo :D
You should do a bull snake care video 😁
Hey clint
Well hi there 😉
I can only read this in Clint's voice
As much as I believe that reptiles can love in their own way it is really funny when you babytalk Rex and all you get back is 👁👁
Agreed and also yes. They just kinda...sit there LOL.
I actually think Rex likes Emily! Maybe she associates her with food, but either way she does seem to enjoy Emily’s presence. Especially when Rex was sleeping and still moved towards Emily without ever fully opening her eyes. Over all when Emily was around her, It seems like she is saying thank you in her own way. ❤😊
@@Startwearingblack awe yeah😭❤❤ shes a precious little baby
She def responds to Emily's voice esp and it's adorable@@Startwearingblack
She seems 1000% times happier. While her old enclosure was great you can tell this is really special for her. When Rex first saw people she was obviously so excited!
so excited that she hid behind a rock all day :D!
@@Konani_the_unicorn_queen my thoughts exactly after reading this xD She got better but she was definitely not excited on the first day lol
Tbf, all the animals (including humans) need a day or so to settle in 😂
Yeah seriously, there's a reason housewarming parties are usually a couple days *after* you move in!
It's unreal seeing Rex in such a big home after all these years, I'm so excited to see her getting used to it. You should put a vinyl outline on the glass next to her backstory tag that shows how big the tiny box her first owner had her in was
YES I love this, and print out an actual size version of Rex when she was tiny and had her rubber jaw really really bad
i love this idea, it can really send awareness of what some pets have to go through
Dude this is brilliant !
@snake discovery!!
Ehhh, the zoo is for fun. I wouldn't put something genuinely depressing to ruin it.
I honestly think Rex can feel the love pouring out of Emily's voice when she speaks to Rex. They may be reptiles, but that doesn't mean they're braindead. I'm sure she knows Emily anywhere.
Braindead? No
Capable of experiencing or understanding love? Also no
That’s reptiles for you. We humans tend to anthropomorphise our pets, but reptiles just aren’t wired like us.
@@QWERTYOP80 true, but crocodilians are some of the most intelligent reptiles around, and they’re certainly capable of positive and negative feelings. They know and respond to what they like and dislike, and Rex seems to like and trust Emily. Sure, it may not be what humans define as “love”, but it’s as darn close as an alligator can get.
@@QWERTYOP80 leave them alone, they aren't doing anything wrong
@@QWERTYOP80 Alligators might be an exception since they hang out in groups and are very intelligent
@@kittyjade16 Relax, friend. Neither is QWERTYOP80. There's nothing wrong with discussion, even if it's not in agreement. :) They're not being rude or insulting.
Wow, death rolling the jolly ball was both very cool and impressive. I didn't know they moved that fast. She looks so happy in there.
I remember when this place was being considered for purchase and pre-demo. So proud of you two and how far things have come 💜💜💜
Oh wow. Yer I remember that too. It is crazy to see how it is turning out and the amount of work they have put in to this amazing place.. I am very proud of the both
Me too. Its crazy to me that i remember being so exited when they bought the building :)
So true (:
@@FreakingPlane it was a big risk to buy it but payed off for sure
@@JPsPetNation absolutely
I never knew alligators could express so much emotion. She just can’t hide her happiness, sleepiness, shyness, adorableness. Love ya, Rex. 🥰
0.0 you are right dude
:-) on the dot
The sleepy face was super adorable
Do you know that’s not that right just wrong😣
@@nicolestenzel4703 What's wrong?
I am so happy for Rex. She has a pool she can't destroy, she has a whole lotta space to hang out in and she seems comfortable enough with the new kind of attention she gets! Couldn't be better!
Well, we hope she can't destroy it. xD
@@neolithiumproduction That would be both impressive and scary!
That dad’s comment about Rex not listening was so wholesome
"Sponsor us Jolly Ball!" - seriously, you can't have a much better endorsement than "Even an alligator can't destroy our product."
Comes back after every death! Reliable to the end and then some!
After her having 2 or 3 dead jolly balls she can get through them but it takes her ages 😂
I'm totally digging the pattern on this Jolly Ball.
That is a good claim
Jolly balls are horse toys
Y’all, she started out in a tiny box, and now look at her! 😭
It’s amazing how much she’s changed since the beginning of the channel even. She’s grown, her snout has straightened, her teeth are opaque and healthy looking! Now she has a huge gator mansion! I’m so glad that y’all were able to do this for her.
Finally the content we didnt know we craved: Snake Discovery Bathtub Stream
Gonna start selling Rex’s bath water on onlyfans.
@@johnayers6951 lol
@@johnayers6951 omg lol
@@johnayers6951 OMG YES
@@johnayers6951 god NO
Right now, I am crying tears of joy for her. After all the problems she had, to have the best life possible. Thank you so much!
It's so cool to see Rex fully underwater. Now she can actually swimm around. And she looks adorable trying to eat the fingers behind the glass!
🐍
okay, Rex trying to "eat" the employees is the cutest thing I have seen.
In any other context this would be horrifying 😂
I think she was just weirded out by strangers
AND THEN SHE COULDN'T CHALLENGE THE DANGEROUS STRANGERS BECAUSE THERE WAS A FORCE FIELD??
This is a perfect demo of how giving an animal more space to live in and explore is always a good choice and appreciated by animals that feel safe and have their needs met. Rex had great space to thrive in her room, but now she has the room to live even more.
Rex is adorable! My favorite part is when she was doing rolls in the water while playing. So cute. Especially knowing what she's been through. So happy she found her forever home with you guys and with such amazing care.❤❤❤
I actually got teary eyed when she was super sleepy but came over to you, Emily. She looks so happy with her enclosure and its awesome to see her barrel roll while completely floating under the water! ❤
Little kid: "The fish are acting dead!" Emily:"They might not be act-"
*Uh oh spaghettios*
At that moment she knew, she fucked up
Simpsons fan?
They aren’t dead just sleeping 😀
@@kdsfhkljfnsdfo1323 ☠️☠️☠️☠️
I almost cried seeing her swim around like that, it means so much that she's able to actually swim up and down and not just sit in the water, and she seems so happy it's really heartwarming
right!
Emily! I actually think Rex likes you! Maybe she associates you with food, but either way she does seem to enjoy your presence. Especially when Rex was sleeping and still moved towards you without ever fully opening her eyes. It seems like she is saying thank you in her own way. ❤😊
“The fish are acting dead!”
“I- they might not be acting -“
That part 😂
For some reason reading the lower part of this comment, my head read it in a pirates voice
i died to this
XD
@@devilskrill2333 same
"Fish be acting dead"
What Emily wanted to say: Quite an astute observation, besides the fact they may already be dead
I came here to point that out too. Dry humor is my favorite. 🤣
‘Might not be acting!’ Lol
When I heard someone day “fish be acting dead” I right away was like “……ya umm it’s already dead…😂”
Seeing Rex so happy exploring the opportunities of her larger enclosure makes me teary eyed. As a stunted pet-raised alligator I don't think she could have a better life than what you guys are giving her.
Aww seeing Rex being playful with the employees in the bubble was cute 😍
Rex: friends!!! Why can I play with you more
i adore how determined rex was to redecorate her pool
and maybe some solid decor to go over the top of the water filter spot? wouldn't want rex to fall in seeing as she already knocked the covering part in
Everybody: Awww rex is playing with her toy
Rex: *DEATH ROLL THIS BLOCK OF PREY*
I'm amazed how quickly Rex adapted to having tons of people watching her. When I saw in previous videos how she'd stop playing when Emily or Ed came into her room, I did actually wonder then whether once she was on display she'd hide all the time and only come out when the zoo was closed. Turns out she only hid for 1 DAY and was playing in front of everyone by day three. She seems so happy and it's great that so many people get to enjoy her, in so far as you can ever tell, Rex seems to be enjoying them too.
I know! I wonder if she'd stop playing when Emily or Ed visited because she wasn't as used to people yet, or if she was hoping Emily or Ed might feed her... Or, if in her heart-of-hearts, she knew Emily would be mad about her spilling all the water out of her pool again, and didn't want to be caught in the act. XD
My first time here was Sunday and I was very surprised, you would never know how nice it is inside from the outside of the building my daughter loved it!
Did anyone else get a little emotional seeing Rex in her enclosure. I was getting teary-eyed watching her play. 🥺
Yes! Just remembering her story while watching is... 🥺 Tearful
Ed: *drilling*
Rex: "so you have chosen... death"
"Face me in open combat, COWARD!"
I was worried Rex's enclosure would be too small because it would be tiny for a full-grown alligator, but I don't think I realized just how small Rex is! That enclosure seems nice and big for her.
I would agree that yes that enclosure would be incredibly small for like an eight or nine foot alligator, Rex is 4 or 5 ft long if I remember correctly, so that would probably be about a good size for her
Rex's Growth was stunted because of misstreatement at her last home so she's pretty small I would guess only like 3 feet.
@@Musictree16 I would have to go back and check but I'm pretty sure in one of the videos on Rex Emily said she's 4 ft long
but can Rex still grow tho?
@@arnoldszwarzenegger6832 Sadly not, she is actually quite an old girl now - she is actually older than Ed and Emily.
Can we appreciate Emily the time it takes to make us happy and laugh
Fun fact, since rex is female, it wasnt a territorial bellow it was a mating response to what she thought was a large male bellowing.
Ohhh cool!
"Daddy...?"
🤣
@@khango6138 hehee thats adorably funny
that kind of makes sense tbh
“The fish are acting dead
“They might not be acting”
The harsh reality
ah, yes, the cold slap of reality.
When you find you made a serious mistake during the aquarium setup.
11:52
I'm gonna write a song called "Alligator Glass Blues" that tells the tale of the struggle to obtain Rex's Glass.
That would be cool! Maybe you could link it in the replies once your done?
Yaaassssss!
@@felixfestering Will Do.
Hello, progress?
Rex's smile is just too cute and wholesome❤
OMG, this gave me a new appreciation for alligators. I've never seen one play like that, once she got over her first day or two she looked thrilled. Playing, eating, playing, sleeping and comfortable enough with her space that she's showing more alligator behaviors like bellowing. Seriously this made me tear up, you guys gave her the life she deserves even though she can't go back to the wild you moved litteral mountains of materials to give her the next best thing, this beautiful enclosure! You guys are amazing! I'm so happy for you all.
More like a Cylinder. However I happened upon this in search of tue difference between toads and frogs. Quite happy to find this.🐍🐢🐬🐋🐆🐜🐙🦏🦅🦈🦍
People: Reptiles don’t attach to certain people.
Rex: Hi, mama!
They love their people, if you bond with them well enough they are amazing
@@fireofdawn3515 yeah, I have a boa. She’ll strike at anyone except me, and she chills in my lap. I’ve had her for 12 years, with rare visitors, it’s very cute but also concerning, haha!
@@silent.cougarminecraft1380 they’re so chill with people they are used to
@@fireofdawn3515 I know, and it’s so cute :>
My gargoyle actually responds to me, and has a particular dislike for my sister. She likes me especially, and my dad as well. Then, my box turtle knows I’m the food mama, and stares excitedly when I walk by. He also really likes my mom, since she feeds him too.
Little kid: "The fish is acting like it's death :D"
Emily:"ohhh, it might not be acting... :v"
That part killed me 😂
IKR
“The fish are acting dead “
“Well,… they might not be acting “
😂
It’s so cute seeing Rex trying to eat strangers and then is like “mom is not food”
CUTE REX
Lol
Rexy
Would be much fun to be in that pool TOGETHERE with Rexie, wonder how he would behave. He doesn't play when they're watching cuz he's just observant for them or thinking maybe he'll get fed. What a beautiful, smiling, timeless animal.. And his skin looks like it's made of rocks or so, i'd just love to pet or cuddle an animal like that, looks rly domesticated, alltho i understand it's not made to be a pet. Unless you're rich and make the perfect room for him with everything & secure etc..
@@bekeneelrex is a girl. ( She)
I didn't expect this video to make me tear up. I've been a subcriber for a couple of years now and it's incredible what Emily has done for Rex's quality of life. I'm so happy for her, all the work and setbacks to get the zoo built were worth it.
"She's not listening to me!"
"She's an alligator, I don't expect it to"
OMG 😂😂😂
That was so special to watch! When I was 14 I had a neighbor that had a “pet” alligator or maybe it was a crocodile? Either way it lived its life in a bin much like Rex’s transportation case. It was really sad. I told my parents about it and I’m not sure if it was them or if it was someone else but the authorities were called and they legally had to find it a new home for it. I’m not sure what happened, hopefully it went somewhere to live a much happier life.
I get so confused that animal lovers can be so cruel to them just so they can call them a pet. I wish that humans could have enough self awareness to realize whether they are making a positive or negative impact on the lives around them.
Proof that the camouflage on the door is doing its job. When Emily was feed Rex the kid in the dome said "Oh Wow! I didn't know there was a [door]!" at about 9:50
"She always seems to go after me for some reason" says Emily who has orange hair when rex was food trained with an orange Frisbee 😂
LOL now that you mentioned it
Good point, well made
“the fish are acting dead!”
“uhhh.. they might not be acting…”
I WAS LOOKING FOR A COMMENT LIKE THIS😂
Pe pe
Ha
2 minutes later: "The fish are acting eaten by an alligator!"
Lol I laughing so hard
When
I Was laughing I couldn’t breathe LOL 😂😂😂
Oh my gosh that little subtitle that said how I look when I wake up in the morning without coffee just got me hooting 🤣😂
Can’t believe Rex went from a baby pool to basically a pool in a well decorated terrain
@@chippythechipmunk3453 she has rocks and other decor to hide behind. it's much better than her previous home where she was kept in a small box and neglected for years
@@chippythechipmunk3453 rex is literally completely stretched out in every clip. emily is six foot something and can stretch out. what are you talking about.
@@chippythechipmunk3453 she has a big log to hide behind and its a huge area for a little alligator like her. you people just never can leave these things alone, can you? Dont talk unless you actually know something
Her parents are embarassing her(Rex)
@@chippythechipmunk3453 Sheeeeeeee
I died when the girl said “the fish are acting dead” and you responded with “😅 well they might not be acting” 😂
Yea
True
Same
The fish are acting dead😤
Well they might not be acting😅
Rex doing the barrell roll legit made me jump up and down and cheer. I'm so happy she has all that space to "go wild". Congrats to you guys!!! SOME day, one day, I'll visit the US and make a trip to the facility!
“The fish is acting dead” (Emily)”um I don’t think the fish is playing dead” 😂
Rex loves her new home so much she's ready to fight off any other alligators, she's not here to make friends.
That enclosure actually makes Rex look smaller, that is crazy. Also, the views from the tunnel and through the glass underwater is absolutely beautiful. She is such an amazing and graceful creature underwater. I love Rex and I hope that I get to see her in person one day.
For a moment, I thought you said, "in prison". Yep, my mind is a mess
@@bswan7914 haha, I see it 😂
Just a tip; please clean the inside of the glass dome in rex's enclosure 2-3 times a day when the zoo is open. My kiddo loves to go into those domes but damn how much filth it is on the inside of them! So much hand sanitizer I have used on domes like that before my kiddo is allowed to enter them.
Kids have that weird habit of kissing or lick the glass... I don't understand it but I make sure to clean before and after my kiddo just to be cautious!
I'm glad there are responsible Small Human owners out there like you,
well they did show that they do clean the glass at least lol
She's so cute, what a big baby!! So good to see her in such a pretty enclosure now, lots of space and it's clean!
I love how delighted Rex is with her new enclosure and pool, it must feel great to be able to actually be able to submerge completely and swim around. She looks so happy and sleepy at the end of a long day of playing.
This was the pinnacle of the zoo build for me and I am so glad that the timing worked out where I was there to see Rex introduced to her new enclosure. The bellowing I did not expect, but what an excellent way to finish the video as Rex settles into her new home - Paul :-)
Thank you so much Paul for helping build and bring to life the Snake Discovery zoo and for everything you do for Custom Reptile Habitats. 😁😊
lol
gg
@@CasperWasHere118 Well thank you very much. It was a lot of fun :-)
The fact that Rex went to Emily and just PLOPPED down, made me happy cry. So cute!
Emily is absolutely amazing in so many ways I personally have always wanted to work around alligators snakes and other reptiles it has just always seemed so exciting to me I still have a lot to learn myself but emily is the cutest a truly wonderful woman
Emily, this is outstanding; honestly, she really loves you. See, Rex was attempting to bite the fingers of the other employee seeing her as a plaything or food, but with you, she just turns around to see you and listen to you talk. You are her rescuer, rehabilitator, carer, and teacher, but most of all, you are her best friend... her mother. She respects you as dinosaurs do: as a rival, a hand that feeds and a hand that helps. I don't know as much about alligators, but I know about Crocs (which are more ferocious), and the way a croc shows its love is to fight with you (to spar with you and fight over food) and protect you from others attempting to fight with you (defends you from ACTUAL threats).
Ed and Emily, you have built a sanctuary by hand from bare bones. Well done to you both and to your family, friends, fans, volunteers, and employees for seeing this through!
This 👆
Watching Rex death role her Joly ball made me teary eyed. She has been through so much. From her little 4 foot box, to this massive enclosure with a huge pool. Y’all have done amazing things for this animals and lots of other reptiles/chyanne. God bless you both 💙💙
I started following this channel when they had a video of gold fish being an invasive species in rivers and lakes which was a looooong time ago. I have been so proud of what you guys accomplished and the things you guys do not only for the animals but for the environment as well. Congrats to Emily, Ed, all the staff and crew and especially all the animals that now have a wonderful future because of everyone involved. Once I can come to the US I will definitely make this a must stop
That was my first video too!!
I know it’s super late, but y’all’s attitudes are amazing and such a great example for everyone.
I love Rex. She’s basically just a scaly dog. It’s so wholesome I cannot describe it
Some kid: “the fish are acting dead..”
Me: “we did that kid wrong-“
Rex actually looks like she’s smiling watching the whole journey and looking at her toothy smile is so adorable I couldn’t stop smiling the whole video congrats guys
I think it's her facial structure when she opens her mouth that looks like a smile
I love that nerdy look of hers
It's so beautiful seeing Rex in her new home! It looks smaller than what is actually seems to be in video, so I was a bit surprised. She can swim around a lot more and the visitors might double as enrichment for her. It was also really cute seeing everyone (but especially you 2) gush over her :<
And now you got a whole new room freed up? (clearly for more racks in the future, like, what else is free space meant for right?)
Really? I thought it was much bigger. From what I saw in the videos I doubted Rex could even fit, but now seeing her inside it I can see that she has plenty of space
“The fish are acting dead.”
“They might not be acting.”
😂💀
Haha but if they are
Her exhibit is definitely an upgrade from the tiny box you rescued her from.
Kid: she’s not listening to meee!!
Dad: it’s an alligator I don’t expect it to!
Rex: :)
@@gemstonethehybrid : )
I remember first seeing Rex just getting her teeth brushed and just coming in or whatever, I cannot believe I stayed in this journey for so long, it’s such an adventure and I love your videos so much
I remember Ed never wanting to show his face, and now he doesn’t care. It shows so much improvement and it’s honestly nostalgic
I love you guys so much and my dream is to visit your zoo, keep it up!
Okay, I've been watching for years and I gotta tell you guys. I started crying happy tears seeing Rex playing with that ball. It is so amazing to see the dreams come true. Thank you so much for taking us with you on this journey!!
OH MY GOD! Rex is literally like 2 FEET underwater when she sits at the bottom! What a huge pool and enclosure for her!! It's a shame she wasn't able to get more acclimated before grand opening, but Rex is a badass and handled it like a champion!
Rex makes me not scared of alligators, and it’s true! I’m happy you took Rex and decided you would take care of her. I love your vids!❤️
Emily *posts a vid of Rex in her new enclosure*
Every snake discovery fan: *ladies and gents this is the moment you have been waiting for..*
AHAHAHAH *drum* AHHHHH AH AH AH AH
@@-melisa-4551 what
Ha
YES 😂🤣🤣😂
Accurate. Legit accurate
🔥🔥🔥
I’m so happy that y’all are giving Rex her jolly ball even though it’s a natural enclosure
10:45 Ed: *in perfect lip sync with rex* "Why? Why can't I eat you?"
Made me laugh after rewatching it a dozen times
Omgggg lol
True
@@maddie_and_Kaylee true (2)
Why did you say why why can’t I eat you
@@Zblackq that's what ed said.
Can’t believe it’s been two years already since she’s moved in to the zoo! I love rewatching this video it makes me feel so happy I’d love to visit her someday
I know! So many milestones with her. I love seeing her in an enclosure specially made for her. Big enough for her. And having fun ^_^